# Preparing for Arrival

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Please make sure all is ready for your new fosters, this helps reduce the arrival stress.
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### Preparing the area

The designated quarantine areas should be safe and secure.

* no risk of escape through doors/windows (e.g. check flyscreens are secure)
* block access to hiding spots beneath/behind large objects (e.g. washing machines)
* remove any unstable, heavy, or valuable items (these may cause serious injury if
* knocked over by adventurous kittens/cats)
* ensure electrical cords are inaccessible (kittens/cats may get electrocuted if they chew
* on these)
* ensure medications and toxins are stored securely (particularly bathrooms and laundries)
* ensure any plants/flowers in the environment are safe ( e.g. NO lilies)
* prevent access to potential foreign bodies (elastic bands, hair ties, shoe-laces, ribbons,sewing materials, blind cords etc.)
* keep the toilet seat down if housing your foster in a bathroom

### Litter Trays

* Cats and kittens do not like to eat where they toilet so litter trays should be placed away from the feeding area.
* Depending on the size of the litter tray and the type of litter used, you may need multiple litter trays. We recommend 1 tray per cat plus one extra that is cleaned at least twice daily. This is to reduce the risk of ‘accidents’ and future ‘inappropriate-toileting’ habits.
* Some kittens may be very small so make sure you buy a tray that is low sided and easy to climb into.
* Use Furry Friends recommended litter types - no clumping or crystals as they can be harmful if ingested.

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### Sleeping Area

* Your cat carrier or a large crate is an ideal place for cats/kittens to sleep in. Place a small blanket or towel at the bottom of the carry crate and leave the door open (If inside a small room).
* A cardboard box also makes a good sleeping area.
* Provide plenty of soft blankets, especially during colder months.

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### Eating Area

* Use shallow bowls for food and water.
* If you have a litter of kittens make sure you have enough bowls so they don’t have to fight or compete for food. For every 2 kittens, we recommend 1 double-bowl (double-diner) for wet food (if using) and 1 singular-bowl for dry food and 1 singular-bowl for water.
* New arrivals are often very hungry and thirsty so make sure they have access to food and water as soon as they arrive.

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