Methods on how to recognize stress in your new cat; ways to integrate your new cat into your house, and life as smoothly as possible.
Best Friends Animal Society: Bringing a New Cat Home: Preventing Problems
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Resources
Best Friends: Cat Enrichment: Toys, Puzzles, Aromatherapy and More
How do you provide enrichment for your cat? There are a number of ways, such as giving her a variety of toys, providing perches, training and playing games with your cat, and much more.
Cat Enrichment: Enrichment Rainbow
Enrichment is an important part of a cat's basic needs. It can decrease/prevent undesirable behaviors, support mental health, and lower rates of stress and illness. Our Enrichment Rainbow has activities the whole family will enjoy, no matter your time restraints,...
What is Your Kitten’s Poop Consistency?
Dumb Friends League: How To Solve Litter Box Problems
Some common reasons why cats don’t use the litter box are: medical, anxiety, an aversion to the box, a preference for a particular surface not provided by the box, a preference for a location where there is no box or a combination of them. You’ll need to do some...
ASPCA: Teaching Your Cat to Ride in Carriers
A cat carrier is a vital tool for every cat owner. It allows you to transport your cat safely to and from the vet. It is also very helpful to have in emergencies. An ideal carrier is made of sturdy plastic and has a metal door (avoid doors made of plastic as they are...
Denver Dumb Friends League: Starting out right with your Cat and the Litterbox
Most cats have a specific preference about where they want to eliminate. By following the suggestions outlined in this handout, you’ll be able to start off on the right foot with your new cat.
Best Friends: What to do if you find kittens
A visual guide to help finders know what to do when they find kittens of various ages.
Denver Dumb Friends League: Stress Relief for your Pet
What causes stress for your pet? A guide of natural products for stressed-out pets.
Sherry Woodard: Clicker Training
Learn about the benefits of clicker training and how to get started with your dog!