Great! That's a start to building a lasting and loving relationship with your newfound furry friend. Of course, to make this relationship as best as possible for both you and your pet, Friends for Life has gathered information meant to assist you in your journey as a new pet owner. From learning about your cat to making your house a home, this advice is sure to receive two paws up.

Click on a topic to learn more:

Congratulations on Adopting a Rescued Cat

Learning About Your Cat

Stocking Up

Coming Home

Introducing a New Cat to Other Cats
Introducing a New Cat to a Resident Dog

Interactions with Children

Feeding Kittens and Cats

Kittens
Adult Cats

Grooming Your Cat

Bathing
Combing
Trimming Claws

Understanding Your Cat's Behavior

Coming When Called
Using a Litter box
Playtime
Aggressive Behavior

Protecting Your Furniture

Why Cats Scratch
Provide Your Cat with its Own Furniture
Training Your Cat Not to Scratch Inappropriately
Give Your Cat "Soft Paws"
The Truth About Declawing
Paws Come with Claws - That's One of Nature's Laws

Healthy Cats are Happy Cats

Top Ten List for Healthy Cats
Warning Signs that Something is Wrong
Vaccinations

Providing a Safe Environment

Finding Lost Pets

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