What Happens After You Bring the Kitten Home?

Even if your kitten is trained, moving to a new home in Vancouver or anywhere in Canada can be confusing at first.

New smells + new environment = temporary uncertainty.

This is why proper setup on day one is critical.

How We Help at Catzilla Cattery

When you buy a British Shorthair kitten from Catzilla Cattery, we make the transition easier by providing:

Used litter sample

A small bag of litter from your kitten’s original home.

Add it to your new litter box — the familiar scent tells your kitten exactly where to go.

Starter food

The same food your kitten is used to.

Helps avoid stress and digestive issues during the first days.

Familiar toys & bed

Items carrying the scent of mom and siblings.

Creates comfort and reduces anxiety.

Do not wash the bed for the first 1–2 weeks — the scent is essential.

How to Set Up the Litter Box at Home

Follow these simple steps:

  1. Place the litter box in a quiet, easy-to-find location
  2. Use a similar litter type to what the kitten already knows
  3. Add the provided used litter sample
  4. Show the kitten the box after meals or naps

Most kittens will use the litter box correctly from the first day.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Changing litter type immediately
  • Placing the box in a noisy or busy area
  • Cleaning too aggressively (removing all scent)
  • Having too large or hard-to-access litter box

What If Accidents Happen?

Occasional accidents in the first days are normal.

This doesn’t mean your kitten isn’t trained.

It simply means:

  • the kitten is still adjusting
  • it hasn’t memorized the new layout yet

Be patient — consistency solves the problem quickly.

Why British Shorthair Kittens Are Easy to Train

British Shorthairs are known for:

  • calm temperament
  • intelligence
  • clean habits

This makes them one of the easiest breeds to litter train, especially in structured environments.