New Kitten Essentials: 14 Things Every New Cat Guardian Needs

Video Navigation:

0:00 Introduction
0:30 Home Items
1:18 Scratcher
Best Cat Scratcher:
1:56 Cat Tree
Best Cat Tree:
3:00 Toys
Best Cat Toy:
4:03 Notes on Kitten-Proofing Your Home
4:31 Gear
4:36 Carrier
Best Cat Carrier:
5:30 Harness and Leash
Best Cat Harness:
6:14 Feeding Essentials
6:30 Kitten Food
Best Kitten Food:
6:54 Food and Water Bowls
Best Food Bowl:
7:22 Best Water Fountain:
7:45 Treats
Best Cat Treats:
8:39 Litter Box Basics
8:45 Litter Box
Best Cat Litter Box for Kittens:
9:17 Cat Litter
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Best Cat Litter for Kittens:
10:36 Litter Scoop
11:08 Grooming Products
11:12 Toothbrush and Toothpaste
Best Cat Toothbrush:
Best Cat Toothpaste:
12:05 Brush
Best Cat Brush:
12:47 Nail Clippers
Best Cat Nail Clippers:
13:51 Conclusion
14:34 Announcement

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[mahdiyahshahnewaz]

Yes! Now all i need on my chevklist is a kitten 🐱

[christinawolf]

The moment you're demonstrating how great the Cat Dancer is...and your big orange boy just turns his back and wanders off...that is golden! Pure cat content. :-)

[josselinemenjivar]

There’s some great toys at the dollar tree! There’s some wands and they have a toy similar to the tower but it’s just one level. You can also make toys out of cardboard or items around the house.

[leonabell]

as someone who has been researching cat products all day to learn what to get when I am able to get a cat next year, this video could not have been more appropriately timed!

[michaelahughes]

Another good idea for your new munchkin is a safe collar. If your cat will be able to go outside, it’s a good idea to put a collar and identification tag on them. That way if they wander or are hurt. The person who has found them can phone you. The tag needs a phone number ( the one you have on you the most) your last name or the cats name. If the cat is spayed/neutered. Make sure the collar is a safety collar. All that means is, if your cat gets the collar caught on something, the fastener will just undo and the cat is free. It’s simple but it will prevent any awful accidents or death of your cat. If you put the collar on the kitten as soon as you get him/her it won’t bother them as much because they’ll be too busy playing and generally being a kitten to notice too much.

[sidramir]

hey so based on this video and the one about kitten food- i bought wellness core ( turkey and chicken liver pate) and instinct. My kittens have not taken well to wellness and have been throwing up to the point of lethargy. I had to rush them to the emergency vet in the middle of the night. I asked the vet about wellness and he said he hadn't heard of the brand and he said that the big 3 that he reccomends are Purina, Hill Science and Royal Canin. He said those 3 are the ones which have actual evidence backing them. Now I could've just gotten a bad batch of wellness food too but thought I'd put this out there. Another piece of advice he gave me was to try to stick to one type of wet food and not change up the brands too much. I was surprised since in one video by this channel- I remember you encouraged viewers to change up a kittens food so that they don't become picky eaters incase a brand becomes discontinued- which made sense to me too. However, the same vet told me changing up the brands too much can cause physiological stress to kittens and adult cats alike, which could be the cause of the vomiting.

P.S: My kittens are 3.5 months old.

[eloisetucker]

My 21 year old cat passed just over 6 months ago and he always used to stand on cabinets or other higher objects until he got into his more senior years when he would only be able to make it onto the sofa back and he would stand there, I had no idea it was because of what you mentioned about them feeling more certain or powerful! He did have a tower but literally never even went near it 🤣

[Nobody]

One more item: Definitely get a recommendation for a good veterinarian and line-up that first vet visit for the new kitten. Some vet clinics will even discount initial visits if you adopt a cat from the local shelter.

[rangerlovee]

before my cats came into my care, they were living in my dad's home. he was extremely paranoid that they would scratch end tables, sofa, etc. yet they only had one scratcher ( a door hanging one) they used it as well as furniture. i had a post for them when they came here and they go right for it. don't even think about using the sofa.

[SuperAnki]

All your videos are so perfect and to the point, no beating around the bush. Your shots and editing is so professional too! Absolutely love it. Dont feel like I wasted even a second when watching your videos

[jack_jagger]

I have to say, your videos are so professional and well done, and you are so therapeutic to listen to. Could fall asleep to it like a streamer.

Thanks for the video, Mallory!

[duskylunamoth]

Adopting the CUTEST baby boy in three days!! So excited. :)

[CRCC]

awww this time last year was when i started buying all my first kitten supplies, can’t believe time flies by so fast

and +1 on the tip on brushing, i brushed my long haired kitten before every meal and now he loves being brushed!!! should have done more for dental health though

[AliSher-esgq]

My mom gave my kitten away because she was annoyed I came back from school with his treats and I couldn’t find him so I asked my mom and she said that she gave him away I cried for days i didn’t want to do anything we had such a strong bond together and that to be taken away hurts a lot..

[arwenvincent]

I’m actually going tomorrow to “reserve” my new kitten and this really helped me

[FairyFractal]

My adopted cat has seriously thick claws. I trim them regularly because they actually curl around. Thanks for the tip on the kitten feet though. I just got one and will need to get her adapted to getting her nails trimmed as well.

[gaysara]

Getting a kitten this weekend :) so so so thankful to you for all your research, posts, and

[agustinortiz]

Thinking about getting a cat and ur the first real informative channel I've watched, thank you

[DF-bzbi]

HOW DID YOU KNOW IM GETTING A KITTEN IN 17

[rebeccahorne]

This is a very good and informative video. I like that you cover all things but also don't over complicate what new kittens need. A lot of people can become overwhelmed thinking they need lots of things or might get the wrong things. You don't need anything expensive or crazy. Just make sure the cat has enough entertainment, comfort and food.