Deciding to get a new pet is a big decision, and introducing a kitten for Christmas might not be the best idea. The festive period brings about romantic and idyllic thoughts. It’s the time of giving, receiving, glitter, love, guilt-free snacking and new sofas.
Yet, as an advanced surgical veterinary nurse, author of multiple veterinary academic and pet care books as well as a feature pet writer, getting a kitten for Christmas is an all-too-common idea people parlay. It’s a question I’ve been asked many times throughout my veterinary and pet career. It makes sense, therefore, to lay out the practicalities of doing this. What are the ethics of getting a kitten for Christmas? What are the best things to implement if you decide to take the plunge?
