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cross-posted from: https://hexbear.net/post/2608895 > So far, I'm to **get**: > > ---- > > Unscented cat litter. > > Litter box (Get 1 more litterbox than cats you own, they like having options.) (get two) > > Cat treehouse > > Cat brush > > Bed > > Treats > > Bowl > > Water bowl (use purified or watered bottle, preferably; filtered water is also fine) > > Urine chemicals and destroyers > > Cat carrier. > > https://www.chewy.com/naturally-fresh-unscented-clumping/dp/171577 > > https://www.chewy.com/inaba-churu-chicken-variety-creamy/dp/666742 > > https://www.greenies.com/products/feline-greenies-adult-dental-cat-treats-catnip-flavor-975-oz-tub > > Go to the vet at least once a year. > > Get vaccinated at least once a year. > > food portions are depending on cat's weight > buy toys/balls/cat lasers ,its good to exercise > > organic cat grass > > cat water-fountain > > Lots of soft places to sleep, some high & some low > > scratching post > > balanced diet (good dry food (I use hills) and cans of wet food) > > It's better to split the food like 3/4 of a cup in the morning and 3/4 of a cup in the evening with treats > > Have multiple water bowl options they can choose from and keep them clean > > Clean the litter box every day-- twice. > > Hairball preventative made up of petroleum jelly. > > It's best to use the lunch paper bags (to clean their waste) > > https://www.ebay.com/itm/176379804268 > > Get some dewormer or other medical supplies like a flea treatment so you have it on hand if in need, if you can afford it. > > Cat tooth-paste (they love malt flavor). > > https://www.ebay.com/itm/353440574835 > > https://www.ebay.com/itm/353440574835 > > Start with a teaser toy for the cat. > > Use Purina Pro Plan Urinary for adult cats. It’s at Petsmart, but little pricey. Other options available. Just give them 1/3 of dry (AM/PM) and split one can amongst the three. Cats eating habits differ. > > Micro-chip it ASAP! > > Find a good vet, preferably one that specializes in cats. Follow their advice. Find a list of plants that are toxic to cats -- never, ever have lilies in your house or yard. Consider that strictly indoor cats live up to 10 years longer than cats that go outside. > > Cat springs > > https://www.amazon.ca/Ethical-Pet-Durable-Plastic-Colorful/dp/B000CMKHDG > > Pet insurance is very good advice. Maybe ask your existing car/renter/whatever insurer if they offer it, sometimes they'll give you a discount to bundle things. > > Avoid wheat, gluten, & or corn as filler as much as you can. > > ---- > > The above is everything that people have suggested to me. > > If anyone has any brands to suggest or maybe extra things that aren't on this list, let me know. > > Also, advice on raising a cat. > > Well-known as well as obscure advice.
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