Kitten socialization and play
Socialization should start as early as possible, to avoid any unwanted behaviors and help them develop into confident, even-tempered adult cats. Find out how and why you should socialize your kitten.
Kitten Socialization FAQs
- Removes the fear and nervousness of new experiences
- Make them feel at home in their new surroundings
- Helps them to get used to other people, animals, and places
- Teaches them which behaviors are right and wrong
- Keeps them more curious and inquisitive in adult life
The basics of socialization
To be able to successfully socialize your kitten and introduce them to new sights, sounds, people, places, and smells, there are a number of things to take into consideration.
How to look after your kitten’s mental and physical wellbeing
- Stay healthy
- Learn new skills
- Keep mentally agile
- Explore their surroundings
- Avoid obesity
- Protect themselves against health problems in later life
- Build a strong bond with you
Signs that your kitten needs more exercise
Excessive weight gain
Destructive or aggressive behavior
Lethargy
Disinterest in toys and games
Training your kitten
Training your kitten should start as early as possible, to avoid any unwanted behaviors and help them develop into confident, even tempered adult cats.
Training your kittenTailored nutrition for kittens
ROYAL CANIN® kitten nutrition supports growth and development by providing all the nutrients essential to a kitten's needs in the first year of life.
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