The first year of your new kitten’s life is by far the most important with regard to his or her lifelong health.
This timeline will help you keep track of important dates and milestone developments in the first 12
months so you can make sure your kitten grows up to be a healthy and happy adult.

8 –12 weeks

• Time for a visit to the veterinarian for a checkup and her first round of vaccines
• Talk to your veterinarian about de-worming and ongoing heartworm prevention
• Begin socializing her
• Begin litter box training
• Ask your veterinarian about flea control products for your pet

12 – 15 weeks

• Round 2 vaccines and deworming are due
• Get your kitten accustomed to being groomed

4 months

• Start getting your kitten used to being groomed and handled
• Get her used to wearing a collar if desired
• Continue socializing her

5 months

• Get your kitten used to her carrier

6 months

• Your kitten will have lost all her baby teeth by now and have a full set of adult teeth
• Get your kitten used to tooth brushing using a special toothbrush and toothpaste for cats
• Neutering (for males) or spaying (for females) at around 6 months of age may help prevent certain diseases and reduce hormone-related behavior problems
• Help keep your kitten safe with microchipping and tagging

7 – 12 months

• Begin transitioning your kitten to an adult cat food

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