10 tips for new kitty owners

😽🏠 A cat or a kitten is about to join your home, and you want to make him happy. Of course it is necessary to prepare it. In order to be able to welcome him in the environment best adapted to his feline needs, here is the essential material for his well being!

1. The essential BEDDING. Placed in a calm and quiet place, choose an open tray, or two (it's even better) big enough for your adult cat to be able to stand in it completely and turn around. Choose a thin, cat-friendly, unscented substrate. Put in enough for your cat to scratch and bury its feces. A litter scoop for daily cleaning. Clumping litters are generally easier to maintain. ⚠️ Silica should be avoided as it is toxic to both you and kitty!

2. BOWLS. Ideally, these will be playful so that your cat is busy, slows down his food intake and in order to offer him choices.

3. WATER. Place several bowls in different locations, and change the water regularly. A water fountain will have the advantage of always having oxygenated water.

4. HEIGHT. Whether in the form of a cat tree, shelves, shelves, ... any high position will be appreciated by your cat to climb, rest, observe the interior and / or exterior, hide and play. Posts near windows and hiding places will be particularly appreciated by your cat.

5. SCRATCHING BOARDS. There are vertical and horizontal ones, made of cardboard, sisal, ... offer your cat several scratching posts and of several materials, in places where people pass by and are visible. Make sure they are stable and well fixed.

6. TOYS. Small mice, balls, mice, circuits ... to play alone. But also a feather duster and a fishing rod to play and connect with your cat. Rotate the toys so that they are always interesting and stimulating for your cat.

7. A CARRYING BOX. This is the essential tool for transporting your cat safely and providing a comforting place for your cat to visit the vet. It must be rigid and adapted to your cat's adult size. You will get your cat used to the carrier by leaving it available, offering it as a hiding place, or even feeding it inside.

8. FEEDING. We offer a dry and wet food several times a day, especially if it is a kitten that you welcome (and yes, they have a tiny stomach). You can also offer him household rations adapted to his needs thanks to Pepette or Elmut who are our trusted pawers. Both brands offer high quality meals cooked with love in collaboration with feline veterinarians and nutritionists. The icing on the cake: as a Tout Pour Le Toutou customer, you get an exceptional 40% discount!

9. DANGERS ⚠️ Take into account the different dangers of the house: protect the windows, nets, choose non-toxic plants, do not give toxic food (chocolate, avocado, etc...), check the washing machine before launching it, place the cleaning products out of sight, be careful with bags' threads, especially garbage bags, do not leave medicine lying around... The list is still long!

10. What about a mutual insurance ? Choosing a mutual insurance for your cat is THE solution to ensure a peace of mind. If you are looking for a mutual insurance that doesn't require any paperwork and a quick reimbursement, don't look any further, we have already found "the rare pearl" for you : Kozoo ! With a coverage ranging from 50 to 100% and a ceiling of 3000€ / year, not to mention online consultations with veterinarians, Kozoo is our number one choice in terms of mutual insurance and that's why it's one of our favorites! The good news: as a Tout Pour Le Toutou customer, you get a free month's membership!

 

You are now ready to welcome your little muchkin! If you need any service, daycare, visit, care, transport or advice from a behaviorist, do not hesitate to contact us, the Tout Pour Le Toutou team will find the pamperer who will make your cat purr!