cross-posted from: https://hexbear.net/post/2608895

So far, I’m to get:

Unscented cat litter.

Litter box (Get 1 more litterbox than cats you own, they like having options.) (get two)

Cat treehouse

Cat brush

Bed

Treats

Bowl

Water bowl (use purified or watered bottle, preferably; filtered water is also fine)

Urine chemicals and destroyers

Cat carrier.

https://www.chewy.com/naturally-fresh-unscented-clumping/dp/171577

https://www.chewy.com/inaba-churu-chicken-variety-creamy/dp/666742

https://www.greenies.com/products/feline-greenies-adult-dental-cat-treats-catnip-flavor-975-oz-tub

Go to the vet at least once a year.

Get vaccinated at least once a year.

food portions are depending on cat’s weight buy toys/balls/cat lasers ,its good to exercise

organic cat grass

cat water-fountain

Lots of soft places to sleep, some high & some low

scratching post

balanced diet (good dry food (I use hills) and cans of wet food)

It’s better to split the food like 3/4 of a cup in the morning and 3/4 of a cup in the evening with treats

Have multiple water bowl options they can choose from and keep them clean

Clean the litter box every day-- twice.

Hairball preventative made up of petroleum jelly.

It’s best to use the lunch paper bags (to clean their waste)

https://www.ebay.com/itm/176379804268

Get some dewormer or other medical supplies like a flea treatment so you have it on hand if in need, if you can afford it.

Cat tooth-paste (they love malt flavor).

https://www.ebay.com/itm/353440574835

https://www.ebay.com/itm/353440574835

Start with a teaser toy for the cat.

Use Purina Pro Plan Urinary for adult cats. It’s at Petsmart, but little pricey. Other options available. Just give them 1/3 of dry (AM/PM) and split one can amongst the three. Cats eating habits differ.

Micro-chip it ASAP!

Find a good vet, preferably one that specializes in cats. Follow their advice. Find a list of plants that are toxic to cats – never, ever have lilies in your house or yard. Consider that strictly indoor cats live up to 10 years longer than cats that go outside.

Cat springs

https://www.amazon.ca/Ethical-Pet-Durable-Plastic-Colorful/dp/B000CMKHDG

Pet insurance is very good advice. Maybe ask your existing car/renter/whatever insurer if they offer it, sometimes they’ll give you a discount to bundle things.

Avoid wheat, gluten, & or corn as filler as much as you can.

The above is everything that people have suggested to me.

If anyone has any brands to suggest or maybe extra things that aren’t on this list, let me know.

Also, advice on raising a cat.

Well-known as well as obscure advice.

  • GrouchyGrouse [he/him]@hexbear.netEnglish
    15·
    1 month ago

    The slow blink/closing your eyes while making eye contact. It shows trust.

    Also if they are in your lap or close and they stare directly into your eyes close them, open them, slowly scan the room behind them, make eye contact again and slowly close your eyes. It tells the cat that you’ve checked behind them and it’s safe for them to relax. Especially if they’re chilling and a loud noise startles them and they stare at you like “WTF WAS THAT?!”

    Pick them up often enough that they get used to it, even if it’s just for 10 seconds. Some cats like to be cradled like a baby, some prefer over the shoulder, find the one they seem most relaxed with and get them used to it doing it with you.

    Learn how and where to pick them up by the scruff of their neck. In an emergency situation you might have to do this. It might scare them and be uncomfortable but it’s better than trying to drag them to safety by a limb or god forbid the tail.

    Some cats like to climb into things like cabinets or dresser drawers. If you can’t find your kitty check those places before going to bed or leaving the house. Their curiosity can get them stuck in dumb places.

    Talk to your cat. Get them used to your voice.