New Kitten Checklist (India 2026): Everything Your Kitten Needs
Bringing home a new kitten? Congratulations! This new kitten checklist for India covers everything your kitten needs — from the must-have kitten essentials for day one to the toys and accessories that help them grow happy and confident. Save this list and tick it off before your little one arrives.
🏠 Before they arrive Kitten-proof first: tuck away wires, remove small swallowable objects, close balcony gaps, and set up a quiet 'safe room' for the first few days.
The day-one kitten essentials
These are the basics every Indian pet parent should have ready before the kitten comes home:
Category
What you need
Why
Litter
Litter box + clumping litter
Hygiene & house-training from day one
Food
Kitten food + 2 bowls
Steel/ceramic bowls stay hygienic
Safety
Breakaway collar with bell
Safe ID; the bell warns birds & helps you find them
Play
2–3 toys
Builds coordination & burns energy
Rest
A warm, cosy bed
A safe space lowers stress
Claws
A scratcher
Protects furniture from day one
Everything your kitten needs, all in one place
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Keep your kitten in one calm room at first, feed kitten-specific food, book a vet visit for vaccinations and deworming, and give lots of gentle play. Let your kitten explore the rest of the home gradually over the first week.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to buy for a new kitten in India?
The essentials are: a litter box and litter, food and water bowls, kitten food, a safe breakaway collar with a bell, a few toys, a cosy bed, and a scratcher. You'll find all of these accessories in Dupih's Shop for Cats collection, with COD across India.
What is the most important item for a new kitten?
A litter box and a safe breakaway collar come first — the litter box for hygiene and house-training, and a breakaway collar so your kitten can be identified safely. After that, focus on toys for development and a warm bed.
When should I get my kitten vaccinated and dewormed in India?
Kittens are usually dewormed from 3–4 weeks and start their core vaccinations around 8–9 weeks, with boosters as advised by your vet. Always confirm the schedule with a local Indian vet.
How much does it cost to set up for a new kitten in India?
The accessory basics (collar, toys, bowls, bed, scratcher) can be covered for ₹1,500–₹3,000. Dupih's cat range keeps the essential accessories affordable, with Cash on Delivery across India.
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