Just like young human toddlers, young kittens are
curious, get into all kinds of trouble and put everything in their mouths.
It is very important that as a new owner of a
Persian or Himalayan kitten, you prepare your home to be the safest
environment possible. Spending the time and effort to thoroughly
examine your home and correct any hazards found, will save you from
potential heartache of an injured kitten.
Hazards to look out for:
electrical cords
unattended flames on stoves
candles
hot liquid in potpourri bowls
hot stove burners
wall or space heaters
unattended dish water or bath water
cleaning supplies
tiny objects
sharp objects
small appliances
fans
open toilet seats
open oven doors
open refrigerator doors
open dishwasher doors
open trash compactors
open clothes dryers
open fireplaces
open drawers and cupboards
open windows and outside doors
loose window screens
automatic paper shredders
staples/needles/pins
moth balls
rubberbands
feathers
ribbon/thread/string/yarn
Other Things to Guard Against:
Sitting or stepping on a kitten-
Be sure to warn visitors to be watchful!
Rolling a chair over a kitten-
They tend to silently lie nearby their owners
Sleeping with a kitten and rolling over it.
Walking to the bathroom at night-
Kittens tend to follow their owners
Shutting a door or cupboard on a kitten-
Kittens are always curious and watching what
their owners are doing.
Watch carefully for the safety of your new friend!
Essentials to have before your
kitten comes home:
Litter box/litter/scoop
Scratching posts
Various toys
Dry and Canned Premium quality kitten food
Food & Water bowls
Cat Carrier
Climbing tree
Grooming supplies, metal comb, flea comb, nail clippers, gentle cat shampoo,
etc.
A safe place to confine your kitten at night, or when you must be away.