Kitten Handbook & More Resources

A lot of people get a cat because they want an easy pet. And compared with a puppy- cats are pretty easy. You don't have to housebreak them, take them outside several times a day, or spend the first year teaching them not to eat your shoes... But then you bring home a kitten and realize that easy does not mean completely effortless. Your new kitten may be hiding under the furniture, climbing things they shouldn't, scratching the couch, biting your hands, attacking your feet,

Does your cat have a saggy belly? Learn what the primordial pouch is, why cats have it, how to tell it apart from excess weight, and what's normal for British Shorthairs.

Is your new kitten shy or nervous? Learn how to build confidence through safe spaces, positive experiences, play, gradual introductions, and patience.

Wondering if your cat is overweight? Learn how to assess body condition, feel the ribs, identify a healthy waist, and understand why British Shorthairs can naturally be large.

Should your cat wear a collar? Learn the pros, cons, safety tips, and the type of collar I recommend for both indoor and outdoor cats.

Learn which common houseplants are toxic to cats, including lilies, pothos, aloe, and more. Keep your kitten safe with this simple guide to cat-safe plants.