
How to Take Care of a Kitten: The First-Year Timeline
Feed a complete kitten food several small meals a day, keep your kitten warm and safe, and socialize gently in the early weeks.
The first year — especially the first few months — sets a cat's habits, confidence, and health for life.
These guides walk through the first year in order: feeding by age, socialization, litter training, and the vet visits that matter.


Feed a complete kitten food several small meals a day, keep your kitten warm and safe, and socialize gently in the early weeks.

Feed a complete kitten food and start from the portion on the label, then adjust to your kitten's body condition and weekly weight gain.

Most kittens litter train themselves through instinct. Give them a low-sided, unscented litter box in a quiet, easy-to-reach spot away from food.