🌟 Welcome to the world of kitty companionship! This delightful furry friend is ready to leap into your heart and home. Adopting a kitty is like inviting a little bundle of joy and mystery into your life. Here's a heartwarming guide to ensure your journey together starts off on the right paw. 🏡 **Start Small**: Create a cozy sanctuary for your new kitty in a quiet room. A litter box, food, water, and a delightful hiding spot (perhaps a soft covered bed or a charming cardboard box) will make them feel right at home. 🌈 Let your kitty take their time exploring; respect their pace, because trust is key! ⏳ **Give Time**: Patience is your best friend during this transition. Even the most sociable kitties can be a bit shy at first. Expect them to need 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to truly settle in, and up to 3 months to fully adjust to their fabulous new life. Remember, if they hide for a bit, that’s completely normal! As long as they're munching on snacks, taking sips of water, and using that litter box, your cautious kitty is just finding their comfort zone. 🐱 🍽️ **Feed & Hydrate**: Place food and water dishes in a quiet and accessible spot. Stick to the diet guidelines provided, and keep a watchful eye on how your kitty is eating, drinking, and utilizing the litter box in those first few days of adjustment. 💩 **Litter Box Basics**: Show your curious explorer their bathroom right away! A clean box filled with unscented, clumping litter is the way to go unless you hear otherwise. A tidy litter area contributes to a happy kitty! 🤝 **Interactions**: Allow your feline friend to come to you. Loud noises and too much handling can be overwhelming early on. Use gentle tones and even slow blinks as a way to convey love and trust. Your kitty will appreciate this tender approach. 🐾 **Introducing to Other Pets?**: If there are furry pals waiting to meet your new kitty, proceed slowly! Separation at first is essential, and ease into introductions to allow everyone to acclimate. 🎉 **Playtime & Enrichment**: Enrich your kitty's environment with interactive toys, scratching posts, and views of the outside world to keep them engaged, relaxed, and confident in their new domain. This loving animal is new to the rescue. You can bookmark this pet in the Buddy App to check back in and see a full description later! Adopting a kitty is an adventure, one filled with moments of laughter, love, and perhaps a touch of mischief. Now, it’s time to take the next step—apply to adopt through the Buddy App and start your beautiful journey together! 🐾