I am getting a cat. We will all be responsible for taking care of it. I want to know, what are the basic supplies needed. Rite now i need a little bit of things for my cat. eventually i will buy it more. Just list some items i must have for the cat in order for it to survive?
2006-07-07 07:52:17 · 11 answers · asked by Sr 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
You really don't need that much to take care of a cat. Just a lot of love and a few basics... Remember, to spade/nu your cat. And, get all the needed vaccinations.
In order needed:
1. Food
Start with food the cat has been currently eating. Can get this after you take home your cat. Iams is wonderful and gives your cat a sleek coat, yet expensive.
2. Litter box and scoop
prefer: litter box inclosed with door. Some come with scoop. Sometimes you can find a bundled starter kit. These can be less expensive.
3. Litter for the litter box
I prefer clumping.
4. Collar and tag
Can purchase the tag at your local petco/pet store. Important, because it gives information in case your pet gets lost.
5. Nail Clippers and a Brush
ps: I also like to have a roller to get pet hair off of furniture (you can also use packing tape)
You don't have to spend a fortune on toys. Cats love yarn. Cats love toilet paper tubes. You can take an toilet paper tube, wrap yarn around it with glue, make and attach felt eyes and a face, poke holes and tie yarn for arms, and then attach it to a long piece of yarn. When it is dry, drag your creation around the room. Your cat will love chasing you. Some cats love cardboard boxes (to scratch, to climb in, to rub against). You can take a box and cut doorways, place a pretend mouse inside. Many scratchers are made with cardboard. Use your imagination. Cats also love balls in all sizes. My cat loves small foam footballs.
Congrats! You will love having a pet cat. Good Luck.
2006-07-07 08:27:44 · answer #1 · answered by Red Fox 2 · 7⤊ 3⤋
Basic Cat Supplies
2016-12-18 08:04:05 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Food, at least 1 toy of somekind, a litter box, and litter - that's about it for real basics. If you don't a two spare bowls in the kitchen for food and water, pick up a couple at the Dollar store, you don't have to pay a fortune for some cutsie thing at the pets store, the cat won't notice. If you want to start training it right away, get a scratching post and some cat nip. You're good to go
2006-07-07 08:00:48 · answer #3 · answered by buggsnme2 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Two categories here: What they NEED -- and what's fun to buy :) All they need is a litter box, litter, scoop for the litter if it's clumping, collar and food. That's it. What's fun to buy is toys, but don't go overboard, because many cats never play with them and tend to like household items. Like a flashlight in the dark - mine will chase this for hours. One thing I'd check out (I saw it here about a week ago and it's on my own To Do list) is this really cute cat tent thing Target carries for less than $20. It looks like something my kitties would love. I always end up buying food and water bowls, but not pet ones. I buy ones that go with my kitchen. I hate the pet ones!
2016-03-15 21:15:05 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Congrats!Cats are easy to take care of!I would know, I had 5 cats and have 2 now so, these are needed for a cat...
Litterbox, food and water bowls, toys, food, water, and most importantly, love.Your cat deserves and needs love and attention.Have fun!
2006-07-07 08:36:41 · answer #5 · answered by Kitty 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Litter and a box
Food and food dish
Water dish
Vet apt to have vaccines
Neuter or spay
Scratch post
2006-07-07 07:56:14 · answer #6 · answered by gaiagurl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Litter box, litter, cat food, a bowl for the food, a bowl for water, and a couple of toys to play with...like those little balls with bells inside. Have fun!
2006-07-07 07:55:56 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello. -
"Basic cat supplies: Litter box, scooper, flea-tick medicine, toys, kitty grass, bed, scratching post, odor remover, water/food bowls, food."
Have a nice day. :)
2006-07-07 09:01:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need cat litter, a cat box, cat food, food dish, water dish, catnip, glitter balls or some sort of toy, cat bed-not neccessary but nice, and a scratching post if it has claws
2006-07-07 07:56:03 · answer #9 · answered by applepie840 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Food (food dish)
Water (water dish)
Litter box
Litter
Extras to improve its disposition:
catnip
toys
bed/comfy place to lay
2006-07-07 07:56:17 · answer #10 · answered by Goose&Tonic 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋