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Welcome Home Prep Guide

Preparing for Your New Pawzilla Maine Coon Kitten

The first week with your new kitten can feel exciting, emotional, and even a little confusing. Knowing what to expect — and preparing in advance — helps your new family member settle in smoothly and keeps you confident through the adjustment period. Below you will find our kitten preparation guide.

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🏠 Setting Up Your Home​

Child holding a kitten surrounded by pet supplies and toys — preparing for a new kitten at Pawzilla Maine Coons.
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#1 Order Your Essentials

Quick shopping checklist:

  • Travel carrier

  • Airtag collar

  • Food and water dishes

  • Bedding or cat tree

  • Toys & scratching post

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#2 Housing & Safety

Must Dos:

  • Keep doors and windows secure — kittens are curious explorers.

  • Confine your kitten to one room for the first few days.

  • Consider a catio or enclosed outdoor area later on.

  • Always use a snug-fitting harness if taking your kitten outside.

  • If you have house plants, check to make sure they are not poisonous to cats.

  • Pick up small items like rubber bands, hair ties, coins, or jewelry that could be swallowed.

  • Hide electrical cords and secure blinds or curtain strings 

Moana, a Maine Coon Cat, looking out a bright window — safe indoor environment at Pawzilla Maine Coons.
Newborn Maine Coon kitten sleeping on its back in a fluffy blanket — cozy and safe at Pawzilla Maine Coons.
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#3 Sleeping Arrangements

  • Choose a quiet “safe zone” for bedtime and alone time.
  • Use cozy bedding and avoid toxic plants or pesticides nearby.

••Think toddler-proofing — kittens will chew, climb, and explore everything.

🍽️ Food & Litter

Three black Maine Coon cats relaxing on a wooden bench inside a cozy home.
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#4 Feed, Water & Treats

  • We feed Merrick and Wellness (a small starter bag is included).
  • Transition slowly if you change foods — fast switches can cause tummy upset.
  • Offer bottled or filtered water.

••Wait on treats until your kitten is fully eating and comfortable.

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#5 Litter Box Training

  • Start in a small space until your kitten learns the layout.
  • Keep food, water, and litter close together at first.
  • Avoid automatic litter boxes until your kitten reaches 5 lbs.

••Try unscented litter for easier transition.

A Maine Coon cat sitting proudly inside a modern Litter-Robot litter box in a cozy home corner, with a quote overlay that reads “Every confident Maine Coon starts with a little patience, a quiet space, and a clean start.” — Pawzilla Maine Coons.

💊 Health & Grooming

Keep Your Kitten Happy and Active!
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#6 Vet & Insurance

  • Schedule your first vet exam within 5 days of pickup.
  • Get flea/tick/heartworm prevention at that visit.
  • Research pet insurance options early — it’s worth it.

••Pre-book follow-ups for vaccines and altering.

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#7 Grooming

  • Start early so your kitten gets used to brushing and blow-drying.
  • Learn basic grooming on YouTube or schedule a professional appointment in advance.
  • Use a soft slicker brush, comb, and gentle shampoo.
Three black Maine Coon cats relaxing on a wooden bench inside a cozy home.
Veterinarian examining a Maine Coon kitten during a routine health check at Pawzilla Maine Coons.
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#8 When to Call the Vet

  • Not eating: try wetting kibble or hand-feeding.
  • Diarrhea: if bloody or lasting over 24 hours, contact vet.
  • Sneezing: if nasal discharge appears or persists, schedule a visit.

••Biting/fear: usually stress-related — provide calm and security.

🧒 Family & Introductions

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#9 Introducing Children & Other Pets

  • Go slowly — patience prevents setbacks.
  • Supervise young children closely; teach gentle handling.
  • Introduce other animals gradually under supervision.

••Separate when you leave home until everyone is fully comfortable.

Child holding a Maine Coon kitten from Pawzilla Maine Coons during early bonding

🎉 After Your Kitten is Home

Adult Maine Coon cat raised by Pawzilla Maine Coons
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#10 Don’t Forget!

  • Enroll with Trupanion Insurance for you kitten
  • Register your kitten with CFA using your paperwork.
  • Consider an Airtag collar if escapes worry you.
  • Decide on future spay/neuter timing.

••Stay in touch — we love updates and photos!