| | | | | kittens. However, they can sneak in without you |
| Thinking of introducing a new addition to the | | | | being aware, so it is a good idea to keep an eye |
| house? A cat or kitten can make a great pet for | | | | on all foods. Some foods are toxic to animals and |
| all the family, but it is important to ensure that | | | | cats are no exception, so it is wise to make sure |
| your home is kitten proof. In other words, just | | | | that your cat cannot access food storage |
| like having a toddler in the home, it is essential | | | | cupboards, trashcans or leftovers. |
| that all dangers are removed or, at the very | | | | In addition, if you have opened the refrigerator, |
| least, reduced. | | | | make sure the cat has not snuck in looking for |
| When bringing a new pet into the family, there | | | | tasty treats. Along the same lines, ensure that |
| are many things that need to be considered. | | | | you know exactly where the cat or kitten is |
| After all, you are responsibly for the creature in | | | | before switching on the dishwasher, washing |
| your care, so it is important to ensure its health, | | | | machine or any similar appliance. Bear in mind that |
| happiness and safety. | | | | cats often climb into these machines, looking for a |
| Making your home kitten proof may seem like a | | | | warm and cozy place to nap. |
| daunting task, because cats can get everywhere. | | | | |
| However, with a little time and a bit of | | | | Ensure Your Cat Can't Make a Run for it |
| commonsense, it is possible to remove almost all | | | | |
| household dangers. | | | | Even if you plan to let your cat roam around |
| | | | | outside, it is advisable to keep him, or her, indoors |
| Things That Should be Out of Reach | | | | for the first few weeks in a new home. If you |
| | | | | have a cat, a new home can be disorientating for |
| You may be wondering how you place something | | | | them and they can become lost if allowed outside. |
| out of a cat's reach. Well, the only way is to have | | | | On the other hand, if you have a kitten, it is wise |
| cupboards with doors that firmly close or lock. | | | | to wait until all vaccinations have been given |
| There are many things that should be kept out of | | | | before letting him, or her outside. |
| a kitten's reach, including: | | | | Consequently, it is a good idea to check that |
| -Medicines | | | | there is no escape route through the basement |
| -Household cleaning products | | | | for example. In addition, make sure that no |
| -Plastic bags | | | | windows are left open and take care when |
| In addition, it is a good idea to be wary of electric | | | | leaving or entering the house. If possible, ensure |
| cables and blind cords, as these can pose choking | | | | that you have a gated yard. Of course, a cat or |
| hazards or electrocution if the kitten decides to | | | | kitten can climb easily, but this might slow things |
| chew an electric cable. So, it is a good idea to try | | | | up enough for you to catch him, or her. |
| to restrict access to cables by panelling them and | | | | Kitten proofing your home takes a little time and |
| ensuring the blind cords are kept tied out of | | | | patience, but you simply need to look at things |
| reach. | | | | from a cat's point of view. If something looks as |
| | | | | though it could be tasty or fun to play with, then |
| Kitchen Dangers | | | | you need to try to remove it from the cat's |
| | | | | reach. |
| Kitchens are not the best places for cats and | | | | |