Talk to me about a raw diet also, but this is a canned food the kittens seem to love on amazon: https://amzn.to/494jxGS This is an affiliate link, but feel free to use any high quality canned food. Just be thoughtful in food decisions, and switch food gradually.
Talk to me about a raw diet and other food options. This is a dry food the kittens seem to love on amazon: https://amzn.to/3wkvOs7 This is an affiliate link, but feel free to use any similar or other high quality food. Just be thoughtful in food decisions, and switch foods gradually.
I'm a huge believer in wood pellets litter. It works better for smell, tracking and doesn't have the cement dust that's unhealthy for cats. You can get it at a feed store for less money or on amazon: https://amzn.to/3urMP3g This is an affiliate link but I recommend feed stores.
An inexpensive Walmart bin will do, but my favorite litter box is this stainless steel one that definitely keeps the box cleaner. Amazon: https://amzn.to/3OCK9GQ This is an affiliate link, but feel free to use any similar or other product. Just be thoughtful in product decisions.
If a kitten has an accident, they can smell the enzymes even after you've cleaned, and they're likely to have another accident in that spot unless you get rid of the enzymes. The only product I know that works: https://amzn.to/3SHVjLw This is an affiliate link, but feel free to use any other product that does this. For me, this has been a miracle.
Bengals love running water, and a stainless steel water fountain is the way to go. Here's one that's good: https://amzn.to/49xn2W8 This is an affiliate link, but feel free to use any similar or other product. Just be thoughtful in product decisions.
Non tip is important for kittens, and stainless keeps them healthy. Never use plastic! I like the bowl for food & water separate or they will get cat food in the water bowl: This is an affiliate link: https://amzn.to/3SI9d0a but feel free to use any similar or other product. Just be thoughtful in product decisions.
A warm, soft bed is important, and cats love to snuggle up to the sides, so a circular bed is ideal. One of many good options: https://amzn.to/49xlImj This is an affiliate link, but feel free to use any similar or other product. Just be thoughtful in product decisions.
I warn clients against leaving a new kitten alone with toys that are fabric, foil or fur as they can bite off a piece and choke or need surgery. Frankly, cats are happy with an empty single use water bottle to bat around. Use wands & other toys when you're around, but leave them alone (when young) only with a safe toy. One idea: https://amzn.to/3OLirYp This is an affiliate link.
Cats cave up when nervous, even leopards. They will be comfy and feels safe if they have their own soft cave to rest in. There are many beautiful options, but one is: https://amzn.to/3StHfVY This is an affiliate link, but feel free to use any similar or other product. Just be thoughtful in product decisions.
A cat backpack is key for travel. You can bring it on planes, cars, etc, but also works great when you're on a walk with your Bengal and the cat gets tired. They can have a safe place to peek out at the world. https://amzn.to/49ril02 This is an affiliate link, and any similar product works.
Many, so many, of my clients love to walk their Bengals. Remember to try it the first time indoors in case it's loose and they squiggle out. There are many good options like this on amazon: https://amzn.to/3UA6gkS This is an affiliate link, and there are plenty of other good ones around.
I am always asked about treats, and every cat has different favorites. I encourage clients to start with dehydrated single source protein treats like this on amazon: https://amzn.to/4bx2jUg This is an affiliate link, but use any other healthy treat.
I'm a huge believer in these short cat posts to scoot up to a couch or area you don't want them scratching. They love the rope & it will save your furniture from scrates. amazon: https://amzn.to/3UvD8eL This is an affiliate link & similar products are sold on chewy.com.
Bengals like to climb HIGH, so a tall cat tree is important. Try to get one with rope poles & washable cushions. Here's one option :https://amzn.to/3woA9um It's an affiliate link, but any tall awesome cat tree.
Tiny kittens need to stay warm, especially at night & especially on a tile/wood floor. They absolutely love a good heating pad, but it's critical not to use a human heating pad which can cook their little selves. This pet heating pad: https://amzn.to/49zaIot is one of many good options and is an affiliate link. If you don't have a tiny kitten or sick cat it's not normally needed.
Cats love to look out windows and bask in the sun. This is the cat hammock I use (there are many good ones): https://amzn.to/3ulIDlF It's an affiliate link but I'm a big believer in cat hammocks.
Completely optional, but many of my clients love these, and their Bengals do especially. Bengals love to get up high, and these shelves in pine are nice looking and functional: https://amzn.to/4bEKina (affiliate link but there are many others)
This is a cat wheel I've been meaning to try: https://amzn.to/3HRzR1I It's an affiliate link but I'm a big believer in cat wheels. Fast Cat is also good. Even in a big house, having a cat wheel is a stress decreasing, fun toy and exercise to keep them busy and happy. Call me if you need help training them on this.
Our furry friends have antics during the day and evening when you aren't watching..but are you? Keep an eye on your home and what's most important in it! Works in the dark too for evening antics.
amazon link: https://amzn.to/3UAVY47 This is an affiliate link, but feel free to use any similar or other product.
At Exotic Bengals of San Diego, we care about your pet's health and wellness. When your kitty gets soft stool the first thing a vet will tell you is to use probiotics when they have soft stool. An amazon link to one: https://amzn.to/42GDb9x This is an affiliate link, but feel free to use any similar or other product.
We choose our favorite products & those we are looking forward to trying soon based on client recommendations though they are affiliate products.
Gather product ideas from folks you trust (breeders, friends, family, other Bengal owners), but choose all products for your Bengal thoughtfully. Price is only part of the equation.
Bengals aren't different than other breeds in that each Bengal has an opinion, on everything. They will tell you what they like and do not like. This is important for consideration as well.
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