Proper nutrition is crucial to your cat's health and well-being. When you bring a new kitten home, first find out what food the breeder used. It's important to make the transition to your own food gradually to avoid digestive problems.

Start by offering your kitten a small portion of the new food, then gradually mix it with the old food in a 50:50 ratio until the change is complete.

Pay attention to your cat's activity level. For example, our cat Balou spends a lot of time outside and plays a lot in the house. That's why we feed him wet food twice a day, while dry food is always available. This way we make sure he has enough energy for his adventures.

Leave alone and let out

Getting your cat used to being alone requires patience and planning. Start by leaving your cat alone for short periods of time and gradually increase the duration. We started with 5 minutes and gradually increased the time to 10 minutes and so on. A camera can help monitor your cat and make sure he is OK.

After about three months, we started letting our cat outside. It is important to keep calling your cat and rewarding him when he comes to you. We have now managed to get Balou home within 5 minutes of being called for the first time.

Conclusion

With these feeding and training tips, you'll be well prepared to give your kitten a healthy and safe start in his new home. Remember, patience and consistency are the keys to success. This way, your cat will quickly learn to be comfortable in his new environment and respond to your calls.