First and foremost, the vaccination record book is essential. (Normally, a three-month-old cat should have already received vaccinations.) Regarding vaccinations, as long as you don’t administer them yourself and go to any pet hospital, they will record your contact information and mark the vaccination time for you. All you need to do is pay the fee and follow their instructions. (The same goes for deworming. Just follow what the doctor says. You can also ask if you can do the deworming yourself. Deworming is relatively simple.)
Secondly, there is the issue of the cat’s stress response. According to my own observations and those of people around me who keep British Shorthair cats, British Shorthairs are relatively tough. The key is to let the cat adapt to its new home on its own after bringing it back. It will sniff around everywhere. Let it adapt for one or two days until it is willing to stay by your side. Then it will be better for you to pet it. (My cat became relaxed after only 10 minutes of adaptation.)
Thirdly, the problem of cat food. First, ask the previous owner for at least seven days’ worth of the cat’s original food and keep it sealed. Then, when you bring the cat home, mix your own cat food with it. Gradually increase the proportion of your own cat food from 20% to 100% (make sure it’s kitten food).
Fourthly, the use of the cat litter box. A three-month-old cat should already know how to use it. What you need to do is to pick it up and put it in the cat litter box when it arrives home. If it comes out, put it back in after a while, and repeat this several times. (It’s best to bring back a little of the cat’s previous feces. I thought it was disgusting and inconvenient, so I didn’t do it. But fortunately, the kitten knew how to use the litter box.)
Fifthly, the hygiene of the cat. Keep your home clean and tidy, and don’t let it get too dirty. Regarding the cat’s personal hygiene, pay attention to its buttocks to prevent its feces from getting on its fur when it has an upset stomach. (Personally, I suggest not bathing the kitten for now.)
Sixthly, pay attention to your own furniture. Since the kitten is young and doesn’t know any better, don’t spoil it. Reprimand it appropriately when necessary. (It may climb the curtains, bite the wires, scratch the furniture, and try to touch any kind of wire.) (Remember, the kitten is small, so don’t hit it hard.)
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