How to Prepare Your Home for a New Cat: A Step‑by‑Step Guide

Adopting a new kitten or an older cat is an exciting adventure! There are a few steps that we recommend you take before your new feline arrives in order to prepare your home for her properly. This post is all about steps to take for bringing home your new kitty cat.

Bringing home a kitty can bring both excitement and new beginnings. From purchasing the right cat furniture to learning how to let your cat bond with spaces in your home, there are a lot of things you may not think of when preparing your home. However, being prepared can put you on track to creating a happy and healthy home for your new furry friend for years to come.

For an in depth read on this topic, I highly recommend reading “Bringing Home a Kitty? 14 Expert Tips to Prepare Your Home” at Redfin. The highlights are as follow:

Tips to Prepare Your Home for a New Cat or Kitten

• Invest in several cat scratchers
• Have 2+ litterboxes per kitty cat
• Use natural cat litter
• Utilize wall space for cat furniture
• Prepare a private area for your cat
• Build your cat a catio

For more information on home preparation for your new cat, these blog articles will be super helpful!

How To Design The Perfect Pet Nook For Your Cat

10 Design Ideas For Cat Owners In Small Spaces

The Ideal Scratching Post For Cats: Cats Approved

Creative Ways To Hide The Cat Litter Box

10 Kitten Adoption Essentials

Have fun with making your new feline’s home special. Your lap will ultimately be his favorite spot in the house!