Prepare a safe, quiet space with food, water, litter box, bed, and toys
Use kitten food appropriate for age
Feed small meals several times a day
Provide fresh water at all times
Keep the litter box clean and easy to access
Schedule a veterinary checkup soon after adoption
Follow vaccination, deworming, and flea prevention plans
Spay or neuter at the recommended age
Socialize the kitten gently with people and sounds
Handle the kitten regularly and calmly
Play daily with safe kitten toys
Keep harmful items, cords, and toxic plants out of reach
Keep windows, balconies, and doors secured
Brush the kitten if needed and trim nails carefully
Monitor health, appetite, litter habits, and behavior
Use positive reinforcement for good behavior
Never punish harshly
Provide scratching posts and climbing spaces
Transition to adult cat food at the proper age
Maintain regular vet visits throughout life