Cat FirstGetting a Cat from a Shelter or Breeder — Key Questions
Welcoming a new family member is exciting. But beyond setting up a space for them, it's important to get key information about the new cat.
- Usual food and feeding schedule. A sudden change can cause diarrhea and digestive issues.
- Vaccinations already given. Ask for the vet passport.
- Date of the last flea and deworming treatment.
- Usual spots for resting, sleeping, and the litter box.
- How it interacts with other people.
- Whether it already knows any commands.
- Any history of digestive or stool issues.
- Which adults or children the cat got along with best.
- Any illnesses in the cat or its parents.
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The information in this app comes from open sources and the experience of cat owners. It does not replace a consultation or an examination by a vet. Decisions about your pet's health and care are the owner's to make — if in any doubt, contact a vet.
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