New Kitten? What to do first

Duarte Azusa Animal Hospital Helps Your New Kitten Get Excellent Pet Care

At Duarte Azusa Animal Hospital in Duarte, CA, we understand the joy and excitement that comes with getting a new kitten. Our veterinarian and staff are here to make sure your kitten gets a great start in life and help you provide her with the best possible pet care. The following is a look at the first steps you should take after getting a new feline companion.

Make an Appointment with The Vet at Duarte Azusa Animal Hospital As Soon As Possible

Whether you get your new kitten from a shelter or a friend, you should contact our vet hospital for a visit with our veterinarian at your earliest convenience. Kittens need to be vaccinated, checked for parasites, and get tested for common feline viruses and illnesses. Shelters typically take care of these health care needs prior to adoption, but you should establish a relationship with a vet and start a medical file for your kitten. Creating a baseline medical chart helps you keep your pet healthy throughout her life.

Kitten-Proof Your Home

Kittens will get into everything and anything. Go through your home and secure items that can be knocked over and broken, block off access to areas you don't want your kitten reaching, and keep an eye on what she is getting into. When you know where she is most likely to go, you can adjust your belongings accordingly.

Give Your Kitten What She Needs for Play

There is nothing quite like a kitten's bundle of energy. Kittens love to play, run, attack, and explore. Provide your feline friend with toys to keep her occupied and play with her with laser pointers and feather toys. You'll encourage your kitten’s hunting instincts, engage her mind, and wear her out. 

Kittens like to get into high places to observe their surroundings. Get a cat tree for your pet to claim as her own or put up shelves in a step pattern and encourage her to climb and hang out for mental enrichment.

Contact Duarte Azusa Animal Hospital for All Veterinary Care Needs

Give Duarte Azusa animal hospital in Duarte, CA, a call today at 626-357-2251 and set up an appointment with our veterinarian. Our veterinary staff is here to help you with your new kitten and give her the start she needs for a healthy life.

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