New Pet Parent Resources
Hand-picked links from trusted veterinary sources to help your kitten or puppy thrive.
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Bringing home a new kitten or puppy is exciting—and a big responsibility. Until we publish our own in-depth guides, here are trusted resources you can use right now for health, safety, nutrition, and adoption tips.
General Puppy & Kitten Care
Starter guides on vaccines, feeding, settling in, housetraining, and first vet visits.
Behavior basics, safety checklists, enrichment ideas, and general wellness info.
Puppy Health & Safety
What to watch for and preventive steps during those vulnerable first months.
Vaccines, parasite control, nutrition, socialization, and early training.
A quick overview of common conditions and when to see your veterinarian.
🐶 Tip: Shelter puppies may have higher exposure risk. Schedule a vet visit within a week of adoption.
Kitten Health & Safety
Understand frequent kitten illnesses and early signs that need attention.
Feeding schedules, litter training, and what “not quite right” can look like.
Common symptoms to watch for and how to keep your kitten thriving.
🐱 Tip: Found kittens often have parasites or fleas. Visit your vet before introducing them to other pets.
Nutrition & Foods to Avoid
A definitive list of dangerous foods (chocolate, grapes/raisins, onions/garlic, alcohol, xylitol, and more).
Stage-appropriate diets, transition schedules, and how much to feed.
🍽️ Feed life-stage-specific diets; avoid table scraps and raw meats.
Shelter & Adoption Tips
When to intervene, safe handling, and next steps for community kittens.
Bottle-baby how-tos, crate training, and early socialization in one handy PDF.
🏠 Routine vet care, clean bedding/bowls, and gradual socialization make a huge difference.
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