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Where should a new kitten live for its first few weeks at home?

One quiet room with food, water, a bed and a litter tray.

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  1. The whole house right away
  2. One quiet room ✔
  3. The garage

Why: International Cat Care says kittens should start in one quiet room with everything they need. A small, calm space helps them feel safe.

Huh, didn't know that: International Cat Care says to put the litter tray in a corner with the food bowl on the opposite side.

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Answer: One quiet room. International Cat Care says kittens should start in one quiet room with everything they need. A small, calm space helps them feel safe.

  1. International Cat Care: Helping your new cat or kitten settle in icatcare.org/articles/helping-your-new-cat-or-kitten-settle-in
    choose a quiet room for your kitten to live in for the first few weeks.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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