{"id":949,"date":"2026-01-30T08:23:51","date_gmt":"2026-01-30T08:23:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zestyfinds.net\/petcare\/?p=949"},"modified":"2026-01-30T08:23:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T08:23:51","slug":"10-things-you-need-to-know-before-adopting-a-cat-kitten","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zestyfinds.net\/petcare\/?p=949","title":{"rendered":"10 things you NEED to know before adopting a Cat\/Kitten"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"480\" height=\"270\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PMjBFyFO4W8\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>In this video I explain the 10 things you NEED to know before adopting a cat or kitten. Adopting is a serious commitment you make for the duration of your cat&#8217;s life, so it&#8217;s important to know what to expect. Please share this video and remember to ADOPT from a shelter rather than shop from a breeder. \ud83d\udc31<br \/>\n\ud83d\udc9c GET 10% OFF My Favorite Cat Litter! (code: elenathoms10): https:\/\/catbutler.com\/0ufx0i<br \/>\n\ud83d\udc9c FREE Copy Of My Cat Essentials Checklist: https:\/\/stan.store\/elenamariethoms<br \/>\n\ud83d\udc9c CATIFY YOUR HOME (eBook): https:\/\/stan.store\/elenamariethoms\/p\/catify-your-home-ebook<\/p>\n<p>Safely Trim Your Cat&#8217;s Claws On Your Own:<br \/>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"HOW TO SAFELY TRIM A CAT&#039;S CLAWS: How I Cut My Cat&#039;s Nails By Myself | Loki &amp; Elena\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B0y4p9cqkDE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>What To Feed Your Kitten + Best Cat Food Brands:<br \/>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"WHICH FOOD BRAND IS BEST FOR KITTENS TOP 3 PICKS: Cat Food Advice For New Pet Parents | Loki &amp; Elena\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2Bp39zD98-Q?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>How To Leash Train Your Cat\/Kitten:<br \/>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"HOW TO LEASH TRAIN YOUR KITTEN IN 6 SIMPLE STEPS: Adventure Cat Advice For Beginners | Loki &amp; Elena\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Le0a55ga2ms?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Poisonous Plants For Cats:<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/be.chewy.com\/which-plants-are-poisonous-to-cats-a-complete-guide\/<\/p>\n<p>Outdoor Cat&#8217;s Affect On Wild Bird Populations:<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/wdfw.wa.gov\/newsroom\/news-release\/love-wild-birds-keep-your-cat-indoors<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"MvznTdgkgB\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/birdsconnectsea.org\/2024\/08\/30\/catios-and-conservation-protecting-birds-in-urban-environments\/\">Catios and Conservation: Protecting Birds in Urban Environments<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;Catios and Conservation: Protecting Birds in Urban Environments&#8221; &#8212; Birds Connect Seattle\" src=\"https:\/\/birdsconnectsea.org\/2024\/08\/30\/catios-and-conservation-protecting-birds-in-urban-environments\/embed\/#?secret=5ExFpBlPoL#?secret=MvznTdgkgB\" data-secret=\"MvznTdgkgB\" width=\"500\" height=\"282\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><br \/>\nhttps:\/\/www.kuow.org\/stories\/murder-kittens-outdoor-cats-take-heavy-toll-on-wildlife<\/p>\n<p>0:00 Intro<br \/>\n0:47 Need To Know 1<br \/>\n1:36 Need To Know 2<br \/>\n2:20 Need To Know 3<br \/>\n3:22 Need To Know 4<br \/>\n4:12 Need To Know 5<br \/>\n5:33 Need To Know 6<br \/>\n6:59 Need To Know 7<br \/>\n7:41 Need To Know 8<br \/>\n8:53 Need To Know 9<br \/>\n12:40 Need To Know 10<br \/>\n13:13 Outro<br \/>\n13:37 Loki Says Hi\/Bye<\/p>\n<p>* ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ *<\/p>\n<p>COME SAY HI:<br \/>\nInstagram @elenamariethoms<br \/>\nhttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/elenamariethoms\/<\/p>\n<p>BUSINESS INQUIRIES ONLY:<br \/>\nelenamariethoms@gmail.com<\/p>\n<p>* ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ *<\/p>\n<p>FTC LEGAL DISCLAIMER: Some links included in this description may be affiliate links. Meaning, if you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission at no additional charge to you. Thank you for supporting my channel so I can continue providing you with free, helpful content each week!<\/p>\n<p>DISCLAIMER: Content of this video is my opinion and does not constitute medical advice. Herein, the content provides general information for general educational purposes only. The information provided is based on my own personal experiences, thank you!<\/p>\n<p>* ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~ *<\/p>\n<p>#kitten #cat #catcare #catcaretips #furbaby #catlady #adopt #adoption #lokiandelena #petcare #petlover #catlover #petcaretips #catmom #catparent #catparents #catparenting #childlesscatlady #funnycats #cattraining #cattricks #catmum #adoptdontshop #newcat #newkitten #petadoption #petadoptions #catadvice #catadopting #catadoption<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this video I explain the 10 things you NEED to know before adopting a cat or kitten. 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