New Kitten Starter Pack: Must-Have Supplies for Cat Parents

More than 1.5 million kittens land in shelters every year, most during the spring and summer. That makes them the perfect age for adoption … right meow.

Whether you intentionally rescued a kitten from a local shelter or the infamous cat distribution system deposited one on your doorstep, Walmart has everything you need to furnish your home for a tiny feline overlord. From the necessities to the nice-to-haves, these products have been field-tested by our four-legged consultants and rated a “purr-fect" value.

Whisker Friendly Cat Bowl

Did you know that cats generally hate when their whiskers rub the sides of their food bowl? Just another quirk that will have you wondering who it was that decided cats are low-maintenance pets.

These whisker-friendly cat bowls with shallow sides solve the problem. And at $9.99 for six plates in three pretty pastel colors, you’ll always have one clean and ready for feeding time.

(Pspspspst… Wondering about the best food to put in these dishes? Check out our head-to-head comparison of Friskies vs. Walmart’s Special Kitty brand.)

Inspired Essentials High Sided Open Top Litter Box

Some cats like the privacy of an enclosed litter box, while others can’t quite figure out what they’re supposed to do or don’t like walking through that tiny doorway.

This high-sided litter box keeps litter contained while keeping the top open for those cats who prefer to let it all hang out. No wonder it’s a Walmart.com bestseller with 4.3 stars across more than 2,000 reviews.

Purina Tidy Cat Clay Litter

For generations, my cats have used Tidy Cat clumping litter, preferring it over Arm & Hammer. Of course, cats are unique, finicky, and reserve the right to change their minds. Whatever brand your cats prefer, you’ll find low prices and easy home delivery from Walmart.

GORILLA GRIP Waterproof Cat Litter Mat

As a cat-mom-of-five who spends way too much time vacuuming the floor in front of the litter boxes, I can tell you this is the cat accessory you didn’t know you needed. The honeycomb design traps the litter from your cat’s paws; the litter falls down to the waterproof first layer. Then, you can dump it back into the litter box, saving clean-up time and money since litter lasts longer. It’s available in three sizes and five colors.

Orphanie Pet Fountain

Many cats don’t like to drink water that’s been sitting. That explains their infatuation with bathtubs, showers, sinks and yep, even the toilet bowl. Make sure they always have fresh water on-hand (on paw?) with a fountain.

After reading reviews for multiple models, this 95 oz. fountain with dual settings, four-stage filtration, and LED lighting checks all the boxes. It’s priced under $20, is easy to clean, and includes a silicone mat to prevent slipping and help keep the floor dry.

PAWZ Road 64" Cat Tree

If you’re introducing kittens to a multi-cat household, it’s important to give the newcomers a space of their own to feel safe. Mine love scratching the sturdy sisal posts (and batting at the toys) on this cat tree — they even snuggle up to sleep at night on the top perch and in the cozy basket — and it only took my teen son about an hour to put together. The kittens even like the scratching post better than the box it came in, which says a lot.