2008-2009

KITTEN SEARCH

6 | Take Our Kitten Quiz!
Ask yourself these important questions before bringing home a new kitten.
By Lisa A. Hanks

12 | Name That Cat
How much do you know about these 15 amazing purebred cats?
By Eve Adamson

22 | Tracking Down a Purebred Kitten
A responsible breeder is your best bet to find a healthy, happy kitten.
By Lorraine Shelton

28 | Gimme Shelter, Baby
Visit an adoption center to find your perfect kitten.
By Fran Hodgkins

KITTEN WELLNESS

34 | Your Kitten's First Year
Learn all about vaccines, spaying and neutering, and keeping your feline friend healthy.
By Jon Geller, D.V.M.

40 | What's a Kitten to Eat?
Choosing a great food for your new kitten doesn't have to be hard.
By Karla S. Rugh, D.V.M., Ph.D.

KITTEN ESSENTIALS

46 | Here Comes the Welcome Wagon
Take care when introducing kittens into a multi-pet household.
By Fran Pennock Shaw

52 | Set Up the Perfect Potty
When it comes to litterbox habits, starting off on the right paw is essential.
By Kim Campbell Thornton

60 | Keeping Kitty Pretty
Although kittens are naturally clean creatures, they still need a little help to look their best.
By Farrell R. Clancy

KITTEN FUN

68 | 2007-2008 Kittens USA Photo Contest Winners
Check out the winners of last year's contest, and find out how to enter the 2008-2009 photo contest.

74 |  Picture Perfect
Great keepsake photos of your new kitten are just a few clicks away.
By Jean M. Fogle

78 | The Power of Play
Playtime is an important part of your kitten's development.
By Debbie Swanson

21 | Your Breed Guide

45 |  Kittens USA Food Guide

51 | Kittens USA Buyers’ Guide: Treats & Toys

58 | Kittens USA Buyers’ Guide: Litterbox Essentials

66 | Kittens USA Buyers’ Guide: Grooming Essentials

81 | Advertiser Index

84 | Kittens USA Yearbook

86 | Gallery of Breeds

116 | Directory of Breeds

176 | End Note