# New kitten checklist — what to get before your kitten comes home When food, litter and a safe corner are ready before your kitten arrives, the first days are far easier for both of you. This list gathers everything you need for the first weeks, and with a room code you can split the shopping with family or relatives who want to give a gift. No sign-up needed. **In short:** To adopt a kitten you need age-appropriate kitten food, food and water bowls, a litter box with litter, a scoop, a scratching post, a carrier and a soft bed. Toys and a brush come next, and a vet appointment, vaccine schedule and microchip should be planned too. Don't forget a safety net on balconies and windows. Ask your vet about portions and vaccine timing. ## What's on the list ### General - Vet appointment — for the vaccine schedule - Neutering consultation — timing: ask your vet - Microchip and ID — done at the vet - Balcony and window net — against falls ### Pets - Kitten food — suited to age - Food and water bowls — ceramic or steel - Litter box — low-sided - Cat litter — unscented, clumping - Litter scoop - Scratching post — sturdy, won't tip over - Carrier — for vet trips - Cat bed — soft, washable - Cat toys — wand, balls, tunnel - Cat brush — to match the coat ## Tips - Fit a safety net or wire mesh on the balcony and open windows; falls from a height are a common accident in cats, and an unscreened window is the biggest risk. - Welcome the kitten in a single room at first; put the litter box in a quiet corner, away from the food and water bowls. - If you change the food, mix it with the old one and switch over gradually; ask your vet which food and how much suit your kitten. - The vaccine schedule, parasite prevention and the right time for neutering depend on age and health; plan them with your vet at the first check-up. ## Frequently asked questions ### What should you buy before a kitten comes home? Age-appropriate kitten food, food and water bowls, a litter box with litter, a scratching post, a carrier and a bed cover the first days. Toys and a brush can follow. ### When should a kitten go to the vet? It's a good idea to book a general check-up as soon as possible after the kitten comes home. Your vet decides the vaccine schedule, parasite prevention and neutering time based on age and health. ### Why do cats need nets on balconies and windows? Cats love to leap and wander along window ledges, and falls from unprotected balconies and windows are common. A sturdy net or wire mesh greatly reduces that risk. ### Can I change the list? Of course. The ready-made list is just a starting point: delete, add, move items between categories. ### Do I need an account? No. A room code is all it takes — no email, password or signup. ### How long is the list kept? As long as you use it. A list is only deleted after a month without any activity; even opening the room resets the clock. ### Can I install it on my phone? Yes. With the room open, tap "Save Room" to add it to your home screen and open it with one tap. --- [Start a room with this list](https://ortakliste.app/en/list/new-kitten-checklist) — 14 items go straight into your new room; delete what you don't need, add what's missing. No account needed.