When it comes to exploring their surroundings, kittens are curious little tykes. Kitten-proof your apartment on Westheimer and keep a careful check on your new pet while it learns how to travel securely if you are new to owning one (or about to become one). Your favorite items should also be kept out of reach of your kitty.
As far as kitten proofing is concerned, it's comparable to baby proofing in many respects. A child could walk around the house, collecting anything that appeals to them and placing it in their mouths.
Think of a toddler who is able to leap, climb, and whizz by you without making a sound, and you'll get a decent idea of what you're up against with your newly adopted kitten.
In the beginning, take a look around your Westheimer apartment. If so, might it climb on a shelf that contained precious or fragile objects, and then escape? Was there a chance that she may become stuck in a closet?
Fold the cord of your window blinds and tie it with a rubber band to keep it out of reach of your cat. She may strangle herself if she gets caught up in it.
They will pick up everything they can get their hands on, and they love to knock over trashcans. Wastebaskets and kitchen rubbish bins with covers will keep the floors or your apartment on Westheimer clean.
Close the door of your clothes dryer and look inside before using it to make sure it's working properly. Cats like to sleep in locations that are dark and warm, and the effects might be disastrous.
Remove any rubber bands, ribbon, or twine that may have fallen on the floor. They're all dangerous to a kitten if they eat them.
Kittens have excellent senses of smell and will be drawn to many types of goodies if you leave them out alone. Keep an eye out for items that are poisonous to kittens, such as chocolate.
Your furry 'curtain-climber' should not be able to reach your cloth curtains. As soon as your cat learns how to scratch, confine them in a crate.
Maintain a closed cover on your toilet at all times to prevent cat from falling in or drinking from it. Keep your cat out of the bathroom unless you really must.
If you have a garage in your apartment on Westheimer, keep your kitten out of the garage, and keep the garage doors closed at all times. A typical toxic chemical found in garages is antifreeze, which is highly palatable to animals.
Put a cover over your computer's wires or any other cords you don't want to become tangled up. To be safe, do not wrap electric cables.
In my cute little Westheimer apartment, there are a variety of plants that are harmful to cats. You should verify before placing flowers in places where cats can get them.
It's best to use insect repellent that's safe for pets. Roach and Ant Poison that is sold commercially can be fatal to cats.
For indoor-outdoor cats, make sure your yard is free of poisonous snails, rat traps and other potentially harmful materials before bringing your kitten home. If you want to make it even better, furnish your house with enticing toys and confine him to the house exclusively.