A box or travel box will be required in which to place the kitten or cat while traveling to its new home. It is a good idea to line the box with an old item of the new owner's clothing as this will give the cat chance to get used to the scent of the new owner on the way home and is the start of getting the cat to feel comfortable with its new owner. A suitable toy should also be placed in the box to amuse the cat and take its mind off the journey.

It is wise to also take paper towel or tissues when collecting the cat as it may well urinate, defecate or vomit when traveling in the car and so it may be necessary to stop and clean up any mess.

On arrival home the new cat or kitten should be taken to a suitable place, such as litter box placed by the door to the garden, to relieve itself and should be praised when it does as this is the first step to toilet training.

The cat or kitten should then be allowed to quietly investigate the home and members of the family. The temptation to fuss and "over crowd" the cat or kitten should be avoided, instead let it investigate and introduce itself at its own pace so that it can build up its confidence in its new environment. Remember this is a stressful time for a new kitten or cat - they have been taken away from familiar surroundings and moved to a new house with a new family and patience is needed.

If the cat is wary of approaching other members of the family a toy or treat should prompt them to investigate each member individually.

The cat or kitten should be introduced to other pets cautiously as older pets may resent the new addition or may harm the new cat, particularly a kitten with rough play unintentionally. It is best to supervise socialising with other pets for at least the first week.