2006-10-07 09:43:49 · 14 answers · asked by Danielle 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
Lot of love. Keep it safe from houseplants (some are poisonous), protect anything kitty may knock down by moving such items to better locations.
Keep the kittens water fresh, make sure you litter train it (most instinctively know all about litter), and use a good kitten food. I would suggest dry food, with a treat of canned food once a week.
Of course lots of love and attention. Best to keep your animal inside, as there are many dangers outside (and fleas) to a young cat.
Make sure the kitty sees the vet and gets its shots. Have the animal spayed or neutered at 6 months of age. De-clawing is your option, but I have ours done.
As for toys, a kitten can be happy with a plastic milk cap, bread ties, or a piece of paper. Or you can buy toys at any reputable pet store.
GOOD LUCK and have fun!!
2006-10-07 10:02:02 · answer #1 · answered by Frogface53 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you give the kitten a healthy, balance diet of premium food. Royal Canin, Eukanuba, Wellness are all some decent dry foods. We supplement this with canned food daily. Their favorite is Science Diet (for a kitten, choose the "blue label" - none of them ever liked the green label).
Be sure to have the kitten examined by your veterinarian and give the recommended "distemper" and rabies shots. (Rabies is required by law in most places). Prepare a list of questions before you visit. :-)
In addition to food, warmth, vaccinations & checking for parasites, your kitten will need lots of love and tender care to thrive. The early socialization will last a lifetime. :-)
2006-10-07 16:51:24 · answer #2 · answered by Ragdoll Kitty 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The same way you would a child, patience, understanding, love, nurturing, and all that with a good diet and regular vet check ups you will be a great kitten parent and have a well adjusted adult cat who loves you and respects you in return and a great friend.
2006-10-07 17:51:14 · answer #3 · answered by fierequebecoiseauusa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
with love attention and firm discipline followed by love. Do not overfeed and don't give milk. my kitten likes a shoelace tied like i tie my shoes to play with, but only when i am around and she loves mice or toys that squeak or rattle.
If you don't want them on table or counters or furniture you need to start right away with slapping a newspaper rolled up and hit the chair, table whatever, not the cat. it may take awhile because kittens see all kinds of things to explore up above them, but with love and consistence you will have the kitten you wanted.
2006-10-07 16:51:14 · answer #4 · answered by catbalou0569140 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"What is the best way to raise a Kitten?"
A. By pulling it up by its ears
B. By pulling it up by its tail
C. By pulling it up by its neck
D. By pulling it up by its paws
E. By holding it in from underneath and gently raising it, trying to not scare it
Correct answer: E
2006-10-07 16:45:32 · answer #5 · answered by Jim 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Love it, Feed it, Play with it. I have a 9wk old kitten and thats what I do.
2006-10-07 16:46:31 · answer #6 · answered by Pat M. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lots of love, attention, petting, talking softly to it, good food, fresh litter box and a clean environment.
2006-10-07 16:46:11 · answer #7 · answered by fresh2 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
with lots of love, care, and attention. a lot like raising a child except they don't talk back.
2006-10-07 16:46:32 · answer #8 · answered by AJIMEENA 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
never put a leash on it and dont keep it locked up inside. Give it food and drink every day. Be kind to it. Besides that its pretty much up to you what you choose.
2006-10-07 16:46:51 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
treat it like a real living thing.don't make it mad at you by annoying it.that can mess up a relationship
2006-10-07 17:10:45 · answer #10 · answered by Kelsey C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋