You've thought about it for a moment and that's it, you are ready: you are going to
adopt a kitten
.
To make sure everything goes smoothly and the adoption of your new pet goes smoothly, here are 5 things anyone looking to adopt a pet should know.
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Where can I find a kitten to adopt?
First solution, ask your entourage.
Talk about your desire to adopt a kitten with your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers.
Some may have kittens for adoption.
Word of mouth generally works quite well.
You can also get closer to the SPA refuge closest to your home.
You will find adult cats to adopt, but also kittens looking for a home.
Finally, you can do research on the Internet and on peer-to-peer trading and sales sites.
Last solution, do not hesitate to contact the veterinary surgeries in your city.
They will be able to inform you about the births in progress and also give you advice on the first days of your kitten at your home.
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When is the best time to adopt a kitten?
The
spring
is the best time to find a kitten to adopt.
Know this, you will have more chances in the spring, because often it is the peak of birth in felines.
The "heat" of cats often corresponding to the increase in light from the end of February.
Longer days are good for cats to breed.
As the gestation lasts two months, you will have a better chance of finding a kitten to adopt at the beginning of spring.
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At what age to adopt a kitten?
The weaning period for a kitten is two months after birth.
These are two very important months for the good development of the young cat.
Indeed, during this period, the mother will teach him essential rules (hygiene, acquisition of cleanliness…) which will promote a smooth adaptation in your home.
From two months, the kitten can join its new family.
On the other hand, you will need to be patient with your animal on the one hand and dedicate time and attention to it on the other.
Make time for play to socialize and create a bond.
If you can, take a few days off so you don't leave him alone for too long for the first few days.
If you have the option to do so, adopt two kittens from the same litter.
They will adapt much better to their new environment and will miss your absences less.
Finally, also remember that a cat can be adopted at any age.
If his character is certainly already more assertive, he will quite know how to adapt and find his place in your home with your help and a little time.
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How much does it cost to adopt a kitten?
It all depends on where you find your kitten.
If you choose a refuge, you will be asked for a financial contribution.
Indeed, before entrusting it to you, the shelter or the association will have made your kitten make its first visit to a veterinarian.
He will be registered (tattoo or chip) and will have received his first vaccines.
On average, the fees charged amount to 150 euros.
If you adopt your kitten from a private individual, the latter will - generally - not ask you for money.
However, if he has seen a veterinarian, he may ask you to participate.
In case of adoption of a purebred kitten, the breeder is free to set his price.
If the kitten has never been to the vet, you will need to make this first appointment yourself.
Count between 100 and 300 euros depending on the acts performed (vaccination, disease screening, identification and sterilization).
How to welcome your kitten at home?
Before bringing your kitten home, you will need to equip yourself.
Here is a non-exhaustive list of items to buy:
a litter box or cat toilet house.
Supermarket, large gardening brands, websites, there is no lack of possibilities (and models) to get you this essential element for the serene arrival of your kitten.
A tip: find out about the model used by the owners of the mother of the kitten, this will promote a smooth transition and maintain the benchmarks for cleanliness.
litter.
There are many types on the market.
Again before making your choice, opt for the one your kitten used in her previous home.
kibble or special wet kitten food.
bowls for croquettes / food and water
toys.
Kittens are playful and especially if your kitten was of a large litter, offering him toys (balls, mice, fishing rod ...) is a good solution both to fight against boredom, but also to avoid small ones. nonsense (scratches on your sofa or your curtains ...)
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