Welcome to The Kitten Health Care Guide

If this is the first time you've owned a kitten, there's a lot you need to learn to ensure this furry bundle of energy receives a healthy, happy welcome to your household. The Kitten Health Care Guide lays it all out for you. Even if you've had pets all your life, it's worth reminding yourself of the basics of kitten behaviour, feeding and external parasites. And you should always be aware of your kitten's health and the simple steps you can take to protect your kitten – for life. You are your kitten's new family. Have fun together!

Merial would like to thank Dr Kersti Seksel BVSc (Hons), MRCVS MA (Hons), FACVSc (Animal Behaviour), Dipl ACVB CMAVA and Registered Veterinary Specialist in Animal Behaviour for her valuable contribution and expert review of this guide.

Merial would also like to thank the following veterinary surgeons for their contributions to this Guide: Dr David Homer, Dr Phoebe Middleton and Dr Eleanor Chaine.