Welcome to
their new territory.
A new home is a whole new world for a kitten. This guide will help you create a comfortable environment, establish everyday routines and prepare for their early veterinary care.
Let them discover
home at their pace.
Your kitten has entered an unfamiliar environment filled with new sights, sounds, smells and people. Give them time to explore, provide comfortable places to retreat and introduce new experiences gradually.
Build their
little world.
A few thoughtful spaces can help your kitten settle in. Tap the numbered points to explore some of the basics.
Food & Water
Choose accessible places for food and fresh water. Keep routines consistent and ask your veterinary team if you have questions about appropriate nutrition for your kitten.
First week
essentials.
Tap each item as you get settled. There is no need to rush your kitten through every new experience at once.
Getting to know
your kitten.
The first veterinary visit gives your veterinary team an opportunity to review your kitten’s health, history and individual needs and discuss their ongoing care.
Bring their records
If available, bring previous veterinary, vaccination and treatment records, along with details of any medication your kitten has received.
Share what you’ve noticed
Tell your veterinary team about appetite, drinking, toileting, activity, behaviour and anything else you have noticed since bringing your kitten home.
Discuss preventive care
Your veterinarian can review your kitten’s history and discuss vaccination and parasite prevention based on their individual needs.
Ask your questions
Use the appointment to discuss anything you’re unsure about, including nutrition, behaviour, home care and future visits.
Protecting them
as they grow.
Preventive care should be planned around your kitten’s age, health, history and lifestyle. Your veterinarian can recommend an appropriate plan for your individual kitten.
Vaccination
Bring existing vaccination records to your appointment so your veterinary team can review your kitten’s history and discuss appropriate next steps.
EXPLORE VACCINATION GUIDE →Parasite Prevention
Ask your veterinarian about parasite prevention appropriate for your kitten rather than using a one-size-fits-all schedule.
EXPLORE PARASITE PREVENTION →
A home made
for exploring.
Small changes around the home can help support your kitten’s comfort, everyday routine and natural curiosity.
Food & Water
Build a consistent routine and speak with your veterinary team about nutrition appropriate for your kitten.
Litter Routine
Keep the litter area accessible and clean, and pay attention to changes in your kitten’s toileting habits.
Scratching & Play
Provide appropriate opportunities for scratching, play and exploration as part of their home environment.
Safe Spaces
Give your kitten comfortable places to rest, hide and step away when they want some quiet time.
Getting to know
each other.
Your kitten is learning about you while you’re learning about them. These are useful topics to think about as they settle in.
A note about this guide
This guide provides general pet care information and does not replace veterinary assessment or advice specific to your kitten. Vaccination, parasite prevention, nutrition and other care recommendations can vary according to age, history, health and lifestyle. Speak with your veterinarian about the appropriate care plan for your pet.
Their story with you
starts here.
Have questions about your new kitten? Our veterinary team can help you understand their individual care needs.