Getting Started
A Guide for Bringing Home a New Cat
All you need to know about welcoming your new family member home.
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Here’s what you need to know to ensure you get started on the right foot, now that you have (or are planning to) welcome your new cat into your home.
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Getting Started
Litter Training and Maintenance
The general rule of thumb is having the same number of litter boxes as cats, plus one. Read more
Appropriate Scratching
There are a few options to discourage inappropriate scratching. Read more
Managing Potential Allergies
Controlling pet allergies takes some work, but it can be achieved. Read more
Grooming
Cats spend about one-third of their waking hours grooming themselves. Read more