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Essential Kitten Shopping List: Supplies & Recommendations
🥩 Food & Nutrition
Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition Kitten Dry
🐱 A complete and balanced diet designed to meet the nutritional needs of growing kittens. It's important to provide high-quality nutrition to support their development, energy, and overall health.
🐟 All-natural wet food with real tuna, providing extra hydration and protein. Wet food helps maintain kidney health by increasing water intake.
🍗 Simple, natural ingredients featuring real chicken to satisfy your cat’s palate. Offering variety keeps meals exciting and ensures balanced nutrition.
🍗A deliciously smooth, and decadent texture. Real Poultry, or Fish is #1 Ingredient. Absolutely no corn, wheat, rice, soy, or oats in sight. We don’t pack your pet’s food with grains just to help us save a buck or two.
Weruva Kitten, Chicken Breast Formula in a Hydrating Purée
🍗REAL CHICKEN is the #1 high-quality ingredient in this meal and is fortified with essential vitamins and minerals for growing felines
INABA Churu Likable Purée Cat Treats (Skin & Coat)
🍖 Tasty likable treats enriched with Omega oils and vitamins, promoting healthy skin and coat. Treats like this are also great for bonding and rewarding good behavior.
Purina Pro Plan FortiFlora Cat Probiotic Supplement
💊 A probiotic supplement to improve digestive health, especially for kittens prone to tummy issues. Good gut health is essential for nutrient absorption and overall well-being.
Salmon Oil, Probiotics, and Vitamins for Supplements
🧬 These supplements support coat shine, joint health, and digestive well-being. They ensure your kitten gets the necessary nutrients for growth.
👜Cat Carrier
🐱 A secure, comfortable plastic cat carrier is essential for safely transporting your kitten now and as they grow. Choose a carrier with enough space for your kitten to stand, turn around, and stretch as they mature—yet still cozy enough to prevent excessive movement during travel. Plastic carriers are durable, easy to clean, and provide a more secure, enclosed environment than fabric carriers, which can reduce stress. Look for features like ventilation, secure latches, and ideally, soft padding for comfort. For added peace of mind, some carriers are crash-tested, offering extra protection for years of safe travel.
🛁 Grooming & Care
Gonicc Professional Pet De-Shedding Tool
✂️ A grooming tool to reduce shedding and maintain a healthy coat. Regular grooming prevents matting, removes loose hair, and reduces hairballs.
Eye Envy Cat Tear Stain Remover Starter Kit
🧴 A gentle tear stain remover to keep your kitten’s eyes clean. Clean eyes prevent discomfort and infections, especially for lighter-colored cats.
Feeding & Medicine Syringes
💉 Essential for hand-feeding kittens or administering medications. Proper feeding ensures that weaker kittens are getting the nutrition they need to thrive.
🧼 Litter & Cleaning Supplies
Enclosed Stainless Steel Cat Litter Box with Lid (Extra Large)
🧹 A durable, easy-to-clean litter box that minimizes mess. Clean litter boxes help prevent urinary tract infections and ensure a hygienic space for your kitten.
IRIS USA Cat Litter Box (Large Top Entry)
🏠 A top-entry litter box designed to reduce litter tracking. This keeps the area around the box cleaner, which is important for maintaining a tidy home environment.
Arm & Hammer Cloud Control Platinum Multi-Cat Clumping Cat Litter
🐾 Hypoallergenic, multi-cat clumping litter that provides 14 days of odor control. Using quality litter ensures a clean and odor-free environment, which is essential for both your comfort and your kittens' health.
My Pet Peed - Pet Stain & Odor Remover
🧽 A stain and odor remover designed to handle any accidents, keeping your space fresh and clean. A clean environment helps reduce stress and prevent illness.
Rescue One-Step Disinfectant Cleaner & Deodorizer
🧹 A veterinary-grade cleaner that disinfects surfaces and kills harmful germs. Using safe cleaning products ensures that your kitten isn’t exposed to toxic chemicals.
Disposable Underpads
🚿 These underpads are helpful during litter training or for kittens needing extra care. Keeping the area clean and dry helps prevent health problems and infections.
Cleaning Supplies & Paper Towels
🧻 Essential for daily cleaning. Cleaning twice a day ensures that the kittens live in a sanitary environment, reducing the risk of illness
🧸Toys, Entertainment, and Calming Supplies for Your Kitten's Comfort
Cat Scratcher Cardboard - 2 in 1 Oval Cat Scratch Pad
🛏️ Scratchers: Keep your kittens entertained and help them maintain healthy claws! Scratching is a natural behavior for cats, and providing scratchers not only satisfies this instinct but also protects your furniture. Plus, it naturally relieves stress by giving them a healthy outlet for scratching.
🍃 100% organic catnip to stimulate play and encourage exercise. Playtime is essential for physical and mental development in kittens, helping them grow into well-adjusted adults.
Toys for Kittens
🎾 A variety of toys to keep your kittens active. Playing helps kittens develop their motor skills, build confidence, and bond with humans.
Calming Sprays or Diffusers (e.g., Feliway)
Mimics natural calming pheromones to reduce stress.
Calming Collars
Releases pheromones that can help a kitten feel more at ease.
Soft, Cozy Blanket or Bed
Provides a safe, comforting space.
Herbal Calming Supplements (check with a vet first)
Treats containing natural calming ingredients like chamomile or valerian.
💧 Feeding & Hydration
Cat Water Fountain Stainless Steel (108 oz)
💧 Encourages hydration by providing fresh, flowing water. Proper hydration is critical for preventing urinary tract problems and keeping your kittens healthy.
Stainless Steel Cat Dishes for Food and Water
🍽️ Shallow dishes that prevent whisker fatigue, making mealtime more comfortable. Clean bowls are essential to prevent bacteria build-up, ensuring your kitten stays healthy.
❤️ Why It's Important
Raising a kitten requires constant care and attention. Playing with your kittens helps them develop physically and mentally, while providing clean food and water bowls ensures their well-being. Safe cleaning products and daily hygiene routines keep their environment free from harmful bacteria and germs, reducing the risk of illness. By investing in the right supplies, you ensure your kitten grows into a healthy, happy cat.
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Welcome to the breeding hobby! It’s a rewarding but challenging journey that involves ethical practices, breed standards, and your cats’ well-being. As a Scottish Fold breeder, I’ve learned the importance of understanding genetic risks, like osteochondrodysplasia, and the need for health testing and DNA screenings. Responsible breeding ensures the health and happiness of your cats, so be ready for the commitment it requires.