Kitten Care and Essentials

Congratulations on finding a Maine Coon kitten! Bringing your new furry friend home in a few weeks is an exciting journey. To ensure a smooth transition from our cattery to your home, it's essential to prepare adequately. Below is a list of essentials that will help your Maine Coon kitten settle in comfortably.

First, designate a quiet room in your home as a safe space for your kitten during their initial quarantine period, which we recommend lasting about 10 days.  Put his cat box, food, and water in the quiet room.

 

Here’s what you’ll need for your new kitten:

 

Our Essentials
 

• Litter Box:

 

 After testing various options, we always stick with a standard XXL litter box, as Maine Coons can grow larger than typical cats.  

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• Food and Water Station:

Food and Water Stations: Stainless steel bowls are our preference for food due to their easy cleaning. For water, a stainless steel water fountain is ideal.
 

• Cat Tower

 

An absolute necessity! Kittens love to climb and play on cat towers. Check out options from kittymansions.com, cattreeking.com, or Amazon for good deals.
 

• Food:

 

Be sure to have your choice of kitten food ready before their arrival. We recommend chewy.com as the best source for purchasing food.  We feed fancy feast grilled or Pate canned food and Purina One Healthy Kitten
 

• Scratching Posts or Pads:

 

These help your kitten shed the dead sheath from their nails. Without them, they may turn to your furniture for scratching.
 

• Nail Clippers:     

 

While kittens usually manage to keep their claws filed down, check for maintenance trims weekly. Research or consult your vet for proper trimming techniques; rewarding them with treats can make the experience smoother.
 

• Fun and Durable Toys:

 

Our Maine Coons love small spring toys, balls, and interactive toys that mimic birds. Laser pointers and wand toys are excellent for engaging playtime.
 

•  Treats: Stock up on treats for your new friend!

 

Freeze-dried treats are a healthy option that avoids unnecessary fillers.
 

• Grooming Brushes:

 

We brush our cats weekly to maintain their coats. Use this time to reward them with treats for good behavior during grooming.
 

• Harness and Leash:

 

Outdoor exploration is healthy for your kitten. A secure harness and leash will allow safe outdoor adventures, and a Catio is even better!
 

• Calming Scents or Supplements:

 

Calming supplements can be beneficial during vet visits or noisy situations like fireworks. It’s wise to have these on hand before your kitten arrives, especially for use during their quarantine. Chewy.com offers a range of calming products!

 

• Immune support:

 

A good supplement is great for kittens to help with the immune system.  We recommend NuVet

www.nuvet.com/982208

 

 

• Most importantly, be prepared to shower your new Maine Coon kitten with love and affection!