Kitten starter

Kitten Starter Checklist

A calm first-week checklist for families bringing home a kitten. Start with one safe room, food, water, litter, rest, and gentle play.

Open Kitten Supplies Litter Box Basics

Start with one room

A small starter room can help a kitten find food, water, litter, rest, and safe hiding places without feeling overwhelmed.

Setup

  • Food and water bowls
  • Litter box and litter
  • Quiet starter room
  • Carrier
  • Simple toys
  • Scratching post or pad

Daily Routine

  • Meals
  • Fresh water
  • Litter box cleaning
  • Gentle play time
  • Rest time
  • Short family check-ins

Family Jobs

Give each person one simple job. Kittens do best when the home routine is calm and steady.

  • One person checks food
  • One person checks water
  • One adult checks litter
  • Children use calm hands

First-week notes

What to write down

Food

Write down what the kitten eats, how much, and when meals happen.

Litter Box

Track where the box is, how often it is cleaned, and any changes.

Rest

Notice hiding spots, nap times, and what helps the kitten feel calm.