When considering to bring a new kitten into your family, a few thoughts come to mind such as: "How do I select a reputable cat breeder?"  What separates a reputable or responsible breeder from a backyard breeder?

When preparing to bring your new kitten home, you will want to "kitten proof" your home.  Imagine yourself as a kitten and look at things from their point of view.  You would see many "opportunities" for things to play with, many of these opportunities may not be safe. Child proofing your home may prevent a costly trip to the emergency room, or worse yet, a tragedy. If you child proof your home, your new kitten will remain safe, happy and healthy.

Acclimating a new kitten - To make the transition and acclimation period an easier, less stressful on for your new kitten, it is back to the same saying, those who fail to plan, plan to fail. It is recommended that you purchase at least these basic items in advance of bringing your new kitten home.

Bringing home your new kitten once you have selected the "perfect kitten." When you chose a second cat, it is very important to match personality and lifestyle to the first cat. How do I know what breed of cat is right for me?

Ever wonder about the color genetics in cats?  What colors of cats produce what colors of kittens? In white kittens, for a white kitten to be born, at least one parent must be white. The gene that produces the white coat is a dominant masking gene which merely serves to "cover up" the true color. 

Description of the eye color variations of a white cat and are all white cats deaf?

Many things to help your cat stay happy and healthy are things you can do yourself, right at home. Caring for your cat, first and foremost, monitor your cat, be aware of subtle changes in their daily routine. 

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