Teacup kittens can be hard to handle at a young age hence reputed breeders only sell teacup kittens that are 5 months or older. If you have a young teacup kitten then continue reading as the following paragraphs will help you understand what not to do while owning cats of this breed.
Teacup kittens and other pets should not be allowed to roam the house when there are detergents and cleaners left around. Remember to remove these items and keep them in a locked cabinet before allowing your kitten to play in that area. There are many household plants that can be dangerous to your kitten, remember to check this list and remove all dangerous plants before allowing your kitten to roam the garden or the area where these plants are kept. While allowing your teacup kitten to roam around the house, remember to remove all small metal pieces and bits of plastic since kittens can choke on these items very easily. Your teacup kitten should not be given any plastic bags to play with since this can cause suffocation very fast. Plastic bags can also be ingested by inquisitive kittens.
While most people are under the impression that cats enjoy playing with balls of wool and string, the truth is that if your kitten gets entangled in string or wool then untangling the string will be a hard task. In most cases getting entangled in wool or string will cause your kitten to panic which may cause him to get hurt. Willow balls can be given to cats to play with but remember to supervise play sessions for the first few times.
Do not give your kitten a lot of treats that are high in fatty acids or carbohydrates since this will cause your kitten to put on weight and fast. Growing kittens require food items that are high in protein and calcium since protein helps in growth and calcium helps in muscle development. Remember to ask your veterinarian doctor the right dosage of calcium and proteins since too much of a good thing can also have side effects. Your kitten may also have to be given other supplements for the first few months to enhance overall health.
Teacup kittens are inquisitive animals that often get into a lot of trouble. If you own hamsters, rats or any other small animals then remember to keep the cage doors shut tightly at all times. Owners are advised not to allow small animals to meet your teacup kitten unsupervised. Owners are also advised to first get the kitten checked by a veterinarian doctor before allowing him or her to meet any other pets. If you have a dog then chances are that your kitten will become good friends with your dog but remember to let your dog meet the kitten only under supervision. Do not rush this process since making friends with a larger animal can take time. Remember to arrange the meetings on a neutral territory where neither animal is the boss.
