{"id":494,"date":"2020-09-28T10:03:03","date_gmt":"2020-09-28T10:03:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/?p=494"},"modified":"2021-03-04T20:49:16","modified_gmt":"2021-03-04T20:49:16","slug":"how-long-should-i-keep-my-kitten-in-one-room","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-long-should-i-keep-my-kitten-in-one-room\/","title":{"rendered":"How long should I keep my kitten in one room?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>During the first few days of taking home your new kitten, it\u2019s important to keep them in one small room for a little bit so they don\u2019t get overwhelmed.&nbsp; Give them time and space to be acclimate being in this new environment by providing them with their very own \u201csafe room\u201d.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-long-should-i-keep-my-kitten-in-one-room\/#How_long_to_keep_new_kitten_isolated\" title=\"How long to keep new kitten isolated\">How long to keep new kitten isolated<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-long-should-i-keep-my-kitten-in-one-room\/#Three_reasons_to_keep_them_in_one_room\" title=\"Three reasons to keep them in one room\">Three reasons to keep them in one room<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-long-should-i-keep-my-kitten-in-one-room\/#Watch_the_Video_Learn_How_Baby_Kittens_Grow_0-8_Weeks\" title=\"Watch the Video: Learn How Baby Kittens Grow: 0-8 Weeks!\">Watch the Video: Learn How Baby Kittens Grow: 0-8 Weeks!<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-long-should-i-keep-my-kitten-in-one-room\/#When_do_kittens_start_jumping\" title=\"When do kittens start jumping?\">When do kittens start jumping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-long-should-i-keep-my-kitten-in-one-room\/#When_is_the_best_time_to_socialize_kittens\" title=\"When is the best time to socialize kittens?\">When is the best time to socialize kittens?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-long-should-i-keep-my-kitten-in-one-room\/#Should_I_leave_my_kitten_alone\" title=\"Should I leave my kitten alone?\">Should I leave my kitten alone?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_to_keep_new_kitten_isolated\"><\/span>How long to keep new kitten isolated<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You should keep your kitten in one room for 2-7 days.<\/strong> <strong>How to do basic things like using their litter box, how to socialize with the other family members, and how to be comfortable in their new environment is reasons to keep the cat isolate in one room.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are signs to look out for to know when your kitten is ready to explore the rest of the house and meet the other members of the family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/What-your-kitten-needs-in-its-room-01-1-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/What-your-kitten-needs-in-its-room-01-1-682x1024.jpg 682w, https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/What-your-kitten-needs-in-its-room-01-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/What-your-kitten-needs-in-its-room-01-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/What-your-kitten-needs-in-its-room-01-1.jpg 853w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s always so exciting to have a new member of the family \u2013 especially if that new member is a cute little kitten.&nbsp; Before they arrive, there are things that you must prepare for them like new food bowls, at least one new litter box and unscented litter, toys they can call their own, scratching posts, and scent soakers, but most importantly, their so-called safe room.&nbsp; This safe room could either be a spare room you have, or even just a small bathroom.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Scroll down and read three important reasons as to why your kitten must stay in their safe room.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Three_reasons_to_keep_them_in_one_room\"><\/span>Three reasons to keep them in one room<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your new kitten\u2019s temporary room is going to be the space where they can chill out, eat, drink and poop and pee in private.&nbsp; This room could also be the perfect practice area for your kitten to master how to use their litter box properly 100% of the time, without spilling.&nbsp; Until your cat is using their litter box full time, and not making accidents in other areas of the room, they aren\u2019t ready to go out yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having this safe room is important for both your new kitten, and for the older furry companions in your household. \u00a0\u00a0Through the gap in the door, they\u2019ll be able to smell each other without seeing each other.\u00a0 This way, they\u2019ll start to be familiarized with each other\u2019s scents.\u00a0 Cats are very sensitive to change \u2013 best to introduce the change to them slowly and securely.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another way you can speed up the process a little bit is by letting your new kitten play with one of the toys of your older cat.\u00a0 When it\u2019s time, introduce them slowly and safely, with a lot of supervision to make sure they don\u2019t hurt each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take this time, while your kitten is in their safe room, to bond with them.\u00a0 Play with them and shower them with affection and attention.\u00a0 If you\u2019re adopting just one kitten, they must really miss their mom and littermates for the first few days.\u00a0 It is your job to help them get comfortable in their new home.\u00a0 Help them associate you with all things that is good \u2013 like play and food.\u00a0 When your kitten is eating, stay close by the whole time.\u00a0 Once you see that your kitten is fully at ease with your presence and the other members of the family, they\u2019re ready to venture out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your home is their home also now.\u00a0 The way cats feel a sense of ownership is by spreading their scent around (scent soakers are a big help with this), and being able to see their territory.\u00a0 Invest in a cat tree for this purpose.\u00a0 Once you see that your cat is confident in her new home, it\u2019s time for her to see more of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Watch_the_Video_Learn_How_Baby_Kittens_Grow_0-8_Weeks\"><\/span>Watch the Video: Learn How Baby Kittens Grow: 0-8 Weeks!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Learn How Baby Kittens Grow: 0-8 Weeks!\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2_w-vOR0TuE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_do_kittens_start_jumping\"><\/span><strong>When do kittens start jumping?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>By the time they are six weeks old, kittens will not only be walking and running around \u2013 they\u2019ll start developing their gymnastic abilities starting with hopping and jumping.&nbsp; By the time they are 8 weeks old, they\u2019ll be all over the place, flaunting the gymnastic maneuvers they\u2019ve learned.&nbsp; Get yourself ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_best_time_to_socialize_kittens\"><\/span><strong>When is the best time to socialize kittens?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cats have a so called \u201cwindow of socialization.\u201d&nbsp; This window is between 2-7 weeks, but it can be extended to up to their 14<sup>th<\/sup> week.&nbsp; During this time, your cat must be exposed to a lot of new experiences so when they are older, they\u2019ll be well adjusted cats.&nbsp; If you\u2019re buying a cat from a breeder, make sure that your breeder is properly <a href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/do-kittens-need-human-interaction\/\">socializing your future kitten with humans<\/a>, and other animals like cats and dogs \u2013 especially if you have an existing animal companion waiting at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also important that they are properly protected from infectious diseases and parasites before they start socializing.&nbsp; Make sure that your cat\u2019s vaccinations are up to date.&nbsp; Ask your veterinarian for advice on this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_leave_my_kitten_alone\"><\/span><strong>Should I leave my kitten alone?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes.&nbsp; There comes a time when it is absolutely important for your kitten to be okay with being by themselves so they don\u2019t become overly clingy.&nbsp; It\u2019s best to train them while they\u2019re young.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kittens are much less independent than older cats, so there are some things to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol type=\"1\"><li>Do it slowly.&nbsp; Leave them alone for around 15 minutes at a time.&nbsp; Build that number up in the next couple of weeks.<\/li><li>Play with them.&nbsp; Kittens have a lot of energy.&nbsp; Help them burn it out before you go.<\/li><li>Leave them something to entertain themselves with.&nbsp; The best way to do this is to give them access to a window, aka, cat TV.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The best time for your cat to exit their safe room is when they\u2019re fully accustomed to living in their new forever home.&nbsp; They must learn the basics like how to pee and <a href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/how-do-i-get-rid-of-litter-box-smell-in-my-house\/\" class=\"\">poop properly in their litter boxes<\/a>, be fully familiarized with the other members of the family (including the furry ones), and be fully at ease with their new environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/How-long-should-I-keep-my-kitten-in-one-room_-pinterest-cover-01-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"How long should I keep my kitten in one room\" class=\"wp-image-496\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>During the first few days of taking home your new kitten, it\u2019s important to keep them in one small room for a little bit so they don\u2019t get overwhelmed.&nbsp; 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