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Cats

Kitten

Tips for bringing kittens home the first time

Ensure the kitten cannot access small household items like strings, needles, hooks, and toy parts to prevent accidental swallowing.
Prepare different litter types and litter box types to find out what the kitten prefers.
Continue feeding the kitten its current diet initially to reduce the chance of diet intolerance, and provide multiple small meals throughout the day.
If changing the diet, introduce new food gradually over a week.
Schedule a veterinary appointment around 2 weeks after adoption or earlier if health issues arise.

Adult cats

Tips for bringing adult cats home the first time

Continue feeding the current diet initially to reduce the chance of diet intolerance.
Use the same litter box and litter to minimize stress; some cats may require 2 litter boxes. The number of litter box should be number of cats + 1 for multi-cat households, for instance, there should be 4 litter boxes in a 3 cats household.
Obtain and provide the cat's vaccination records and medical history to your vet.
Learn as much as possible about the cat, especially if it's adopted with an unknown history.
Consider a vet checkup, particularly for older or purebred cats prone to health issues.
Provide a quiet place for the cat to rest and allow them to become familiar with their new surroundings.