Tips When Getting a Kitten

Getting a kitten is exciting and fun, but welcoming a new feline into your home requires some preparation. Our experts explain what you’ll need to do before you get a kitten and what to do immediately after bringing her home for a smooth transition. 

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New Kitten’s First Week Home

Bringing a new kitten home is exciting. Explore Purina’s tips to prepare your kitten for her first few weeks at home and help you adjust to your new life together.

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When Does a Kitten Become a Cat?
When Does a Kitten Become a Cat?
When do kittens become adults? If your kitten is approaching 1 year of age, it will soon be an adult cat. Learn what to expect & how to care for an adult cat.
Should I Adopt a Kitten?
Should I Adopt a Kitten?
Are you prepared to bring a kitten home? Read Purina’s questions to ask yourself before you adopt and how to choose the kitten that’s right for you.
New Kitten’s First Week Home
New Kitten’s First Week Home
Bringing a new kitten home is exciting. Explore Purina’s tips to prepare your kitten for her first few weeks at home and help you adjust to your new life together.
How to Get a Kitten to Sleep Through the Night
How to Get a Kitten to Sleep Through the Night
A kitten’s first night in a new home can be challenging. Click here for Purina’s guide to help your new kitten settle in and sleep peacefully through the night.
Tips for Choosing a Kitten That is Happy, Healthy & Right for You
Tips for Choosing a Kitten That is Happy, Healthy & Right for You
Are you ready for a kitten? Learn Purina’s tips to understanding kitten behavior and personality for choosing a happy, healthy kitten that’s right for you.
New Kitten Checklist: What Does a Kitten Need?
New Kitten Checklist: What Does a Kitten Need?
Beds, toys, litter boxes, grooming tools, food & other supplies are needed when bringing a kitten home. Read about the checklist of items your new kitten needs here.