#2 Your kitten's first day

Hello, and welcome to this bonus episode of the Pets at Home Kitten Podcast. The podcast that takes genuine, frequently asked questions from members of our VIP Puppy & Kitten Club and puts them to our panel of experts who give some amazing advice on an array of kitten-related topics. The stockings have been hung, the tree is up and the countdown to Christmas has begun! The festive season is an exciting time not just for us, but for our kittens too. There are more humans, there’s more food, more fun things to play with… but in addition to all this comfort and joy, there are a few scenarios where things can go very wrong! But don’t worry, a little prep can go a long way towards keeping your kitten out of trouble and ensure that their first Christmas is memorable – in a good way! Christmas is a time for family, friends and pets! And to ensure it’s a fun, healthy and stress-free celebration for all, we’ve put together this little bonus “Christmas Cracker” episode, to help prevent festive faux pas such as your kitten destroying the Christmas tree, and making sure you give your kitten the right festive feast. So without further ado, let’s don our Christmas jumpers, grab an egg nog and crack on!

Editor of My VIP magazine, Kate Cornish, puts anxious kitten owners’ questions to the brilliant Dr Samantha Butler Davies, Veterinary Clinical Services Manager, at Vets4Pets, who dishes out some cracking kitten advice.

Kittens are inquisitive creatures, keen to learn about the world and develop their own unique personalities. We learn how raising your kitten in the right kind of environment, with careful handling, can help them adjust to living with humans and all the experiences this normally entails. Instagram: @petsathomeuk Twitter: @petsathome https://www.petsathome.com/shop/en/pets/cat/kitten https://www.vets4pets.com/

Just like all pets, kittens can get bored if they’re not given sufficient stimulation. Most cats enjoy interacting with their owner, and playing is a great way to develop the bond between you and your pet. We explore why kittens have play preferences, what those preferences are, and what they mean – and discover which types of toy will suit different preferences. Instagram: @petsathomeuk Twitter: @petsathome https://www.petsathome.com/shop/en/pets/cat/kitten https://www.vets4pets.com/

What does your kitten’s body language mean, and why do they behave the way they do? Territory is very important to cats, so it’s no wonder they want to mark out their home as theirs – it’s where they feel safe and secure. We explore marking and scratching, explain spraying, consider what could be causing them stress… and discover how to save your furniture! Instagram: @petsathomeuk Twitter: @petsathome https://www.petsathome.com/shop/en/pets/cat/kitten https://www.vets4pets.com/