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5 Litter Tray Accessories That You Need To Try

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1. Litter Tray Liners

I never used litter tray liners until I recently got up two new kittens and these liners have been amazing! Instead of washing the litter trays outside after every change I can just pull out the liner full with dirty litter and throw it in the bin.

2. Litter Tray scoop

This is essential for giving the litter tray a spot clean without changing the litter. I usually have more than one so they can be cleaned in between.

3. Litter Waste Bin

This is another great thing to have when cleaning out the litter tray so you don't have to put it in an outside bin after every clean. It is designed to cut out any smell and is much more hygienic.

4. Freshening Spray

You always need a freshening and anti-bacterial spray to use in and around the litter tray. I use it every time I clean the litter tray.

5. Black Light Torch

A black light is used to shine on litter trays, floors and walls to check to see if there are anything outside of the litter tray. If anything glows under the torch then you should clean that area.

*Disclaimer*

I am not any type of animal expert but instead only an animal lover who wants to share her tips. Please consult relevant animal specialists and do not only take my advice.

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How To Introduce two Cats to Each Other Properly

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1. Swapping scents

The first step to getting kittens or cats introduced to each other is to swap their bedding so they can smell each other's scents without seeing each other. So swap bedding, toys and even litter trays! They should sniff the swapped items for a while then get used to the new smells.

2. Let them hear each other

Next, you can start to introduce them to each other's sounds. This lets them know someone new is there without overwhelming them. With a door in between the two cats, start playing with one of them.

You can swap over to the other cat or play with it under the door.

3. Meeting Through a Cage

Next, it's time to let the cats see each other. For this, I got two dog cages, placed them far enough apart so that they couldn't reach each other than put the cats into the cages.

Leave them in the cage until they both relax and calm down. You can also feed them in the cages as I find when animals eat together they relax more. I would do this once a day for a few days until they no longer react.

4. The Final meet

Once you think your cats have been introduced properly through the cages it's time to let them out! You can either let one cat out to go over to the other one's cage or just let them both out. I would rather let them both out as one cat stuck in a cage will react worse because he will feel stuck.

Now you just have to leave them to it! If things get too violent then you may have to separate them but if they just have a little fight then let them.

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10 Things You Need Before You Adopt or Buy a Cat

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1. Cat Carrier

You will need a cat carrier to bring your cat or kitten home! It is also needed to bring your cat to the vet or to travel your cat in the car.

2. Food and Water Bowls

Food and water bowls are another essential, I recommend having a separate water and food bowl for each cat that you own. Stainless steel is a great option to avoid bacteria.

3. Food

It is important that you research cat food before you get a kitten or a cat. You should be looking for a cat food that has a high amount of actual meat, not things like 'chicken meal' or vegetable protein. I always recommend feeding dry AND wet cat food for added moisture.

The best thing to feed your cat is a raw diet but I understand that for a lot of owners this is not possible.

4. Litter Tray And Equipment

Litter trays are an obvious product for indoor cats. There are a lot of products that go with a litter tray to make your horse cleaner and avoid the smell. Read more about litter tray accessories here.

5. Bed

Not essential if you are on a budget but it's nice to give your pets their own space to sleep. I always choose a very thick and fluffy or memory foam bed.

6. Collar And Tags

I would highly recommend having your cat microchipped AND put a collar with tags on. Even if you plan to keep your cat indoors.

7. Scratching Pole Or Tower

Many people may not think this is something that will be a great help when getting a new cat but it definitely is. Your cat will love it and you will notice your cat won't feel the need to scratch your stuff.

8. Toys

A bored kitten can be a nightmare! Keeping you up all night and running around knocking things over. This has been happening to me with two new kittens and so I have had to buy more toys for them.

9. Grooming Equipment

You need a grooming kit for your cat whether it is a kitten or an adult. If you have a kitten it is important to groom him often to get him used to being groomed or you will have problems when he grows up!

10. Health Care

Once you have adopted or bought a kitten or cat it is important to ask when the cat has last been wormed and had flea treatment (along with other things). You will need these things to keep up the routine.

*Disclaimer*

I am not any type of animal expert but instead only an animal lover who wants to share her tips. Please consult relevant animal specialists and do not only take my advice.

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