{"id":173,"date":"2021-12-20T09:01:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-20T17:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/?p=173"},"modified":"2022-03-09T12:50:55","modified_gmt":"2022-03-09T20:50:55","slug":"proper-kitten-care-impacts-all-stages-of-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/proper-kitten-care-impacts-all-stages-of-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Proper Kitten Care Impacts All Stages of Life"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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One of the best examples of the cause-and-effect law is preventive health care. We can see it either promotes longevity or, in its absence, contributes to disease. When it comes to establishing a pet\u2019s wellness, we can set into motion many aspects that will support lifelong health. The concept of kitten care might sound like an absolute delight (and it is!), but it\u2019s also a bridge to an adult cat\u2019s health and wellness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Thanks in large part to advanced veterinary medicine and intensive owner involvement, cats are living longer than ever (especially strictly indoor cats). To give your kitten the best possible shot at a long life, set them up with one of our excellent wellness plans<\/a>. Designed to help owners provide everything necessary for their kitten\u2019s optimal wellness, our wellness plans ensure all needs are met.<\/a> In this way, we help usher a kitten through all future life stages<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Basics of Kitten Care<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Adopting a kitten through a shelter or rescue is a great idea for many reasons. Typically, adoptable kittens are already spayed\/neutered<\/a>, microchipped, dewormed, and set up for parasite prevention. They are also likely to have received initial vaccinations and are fully litter box trained. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otherwise, we can help you with all of those items at your kitten\u2019s first wellness exam. We suggest making their initial exam appointment within their first few weeks at home. Beyond the necessities listed above, we can discuss their behavior<\/a>, nutritional needs, lifestyle, and dental health.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Setting the Scene<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If possible, collect the following supplies before bringing home a new kitten:<\/p>\n\n\n\n