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,

The first night with a new kitten can bring a lot of questions. Here's what to expect, from crying and hiding to eating and litter box use, plus how to give your kitten a safe, simple place to settle in.

Kittens are curious, tiny, and surprisingly good at finding trouble. Here's how to pet-proof your home before bringing home your new kitten, including the hazards you may not think to look for.

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

Bringing home a new kitten is exciting, but the first few days can also bring a surprising number of questions. That's a lot of change in a very short amount of time. The first 72 hours aren't about getting your kitten completely settled into your entire household. They're about giving them a safe place to decompress and allowing them to gradually adjust to their new life.