How To Take Care of Your New Kitten: Advice for New Pet Owners
If you just added a kitten to your family, caring for it properly is necessary for it to have a healthy and happy upbringing. It is important to bring your pet to Collierville Animal Clinic & Surgery Center for routine visits with our veterinarian to ensure medical needs are met. We service the Collierville, Germantown, and Piperton areas. Here are some important tasks to undertake in the care of your new kitten and how our vet can help.
Primary Care For Kittens
Your kitten will require a few items to care for it properly. Purchase a food dish, water bowl, litter box, litter, and grooming supplies for your new pet. Kittens require plenty of exercises so a few toys will help to keep it active. Your pet needs regular visits with our veterinarian for wellness exams, immunizations, and spaying or neutering if you are not going to breed your pet when it gets older.
Keep Your Pet Free Of Parasites
Comb your kitten frequently to remove any fleas or ticks from its fur. If parasites are noticed, a trip to our vet is needed to obtain medication to remove them safely. Do not use over-the-counter medications as they may not be safe for small animals. Our veterinarian will also discuss immunizing your pet so it does not contract internal parasites, which could be health risks.
Provide The Right Food For Your Kitten
Kittens need specially formulated foods so they get the nutrients they need to grow. Our veterinarian will make recommendations regarding the portion size and brand of food to use for your pet. Your pet's weight will be monitored to ensure its diet is meeting its needs.
See Our Veterinarian For More Tips
Our veterinarian will help you learn how to train your kitten to display proper behavior practices. Socialization tactics are also necessary so it does not suffer from anxiety or fearfulness as well. Contact Collierville Animal Clinic & Surgery Center if you live in the Collierville, Germantown, or Piperton area by calling 901-853-8519.
