| It is safe to say that a lot of people love dogs, | | | | cats. They may be fed with dry food, canned, or |
| though some others are just not the dog-lover | | | | both, but don't give them dog food since it it not |
| type. They may prefer to pet turtles, birds, | | | | rich in taurine, which is good for their eye |
| hamsters or maybe even wild animals, while some | | | | development and helps prevent heart disease. |
| others, just loves cats or kittens. Personal likes | | | | Cow's milk may be good for us but for kittens, |
| and dislikes differ, but there is one thing that's | | | | it's a no-no. |
| certain: pets provide us with more than just | | | | Quality time with kitty |
| companionship. | | | | The first few weeks of a kitten's life should be |
| Kittens have wild instincts. However, they make | | | | treated as a very precious moment in your |
| wonderful pets. They are versatile, affectionate, | | | | relationship. Cuddling, petting and playing with them |
| intelligent, sociable and independent. Taking care of | | | | is highly essential. Do not let your kitten play with |
| kittens may sound easy, but it requires a lot of | | | | your finger for it will only give her the idea of |
| responsibility. This responsibility leads you to raise | | | | finger biting, scratching, and the like. Play with your |
| various questions about caring for kittens. | | | | kitten gently and enjoy her soft purrs! |
| Cat-proofing your home | | | | Veterinary care |
| Kittens are playful animals. So, cat-proofing is | | | | The first visit is important and critical because the |
| essential. Make sure your home is safe for the | | | | vet will perform a hands-on physical exam on the |
| kitten. Always keep the doors of your dryer, | | | | kitten. Fecal float determines worm infestation. |
| cabinets and low cupboards closed. Kittens love to | | | | Kitten vaccination is crucial from the first few |
| sleep in dark, warm places. They also love to | | | | weeks of age. At about 9 weeks, the 3-way |
| nibble, run around and just play with anything. | | | | vaccine will be given. This is the modern method |
| Keep them away from breakable valuables and | | | | of giving a 3-in-1 shot against feline calicivirus, |
| don't leave things on the floor that might be | | | | herpes virus and feline panleukopenia. Booster |
| hazardous to the kitten. | | | | shots will be given at 12-14 weeks old. Rabies |
| Milk, food, and drinks for kitty | | | | vaccine are only given when cats are at risk or in |
| Kittens generally have small stomachs. They need | | | | some areas required by law. |
| to eat every few hours, and they need to | | | | Caring for kitten may be tough, but the rewards |
| constantly have clean, fresh water available to | | | | are priceless. Companionship, constant love, |
| keep them hydrated. A diet rich in protein, | | | | acceptance, and reduces stress! |
| calcium, taurine, and other nutrients are good for | | | | |