(10-18-2019, 01:42 PM)JanH Wrote: For indoor only cats, collars are dangerous with no benefit. (For an escape artist, a collar may be a signal the cat is a pet and not feral, hopefully making capture and return more likely. However, the collar risks are also greater outside.) Cats do not have a strong neck like a dog. Getting a collar caught or a paw stuck in it are dangerous possibilities.

As for clippers, it depends on what feels best in your hand and is easiest to use with the particular cat. We have always preferred the Resco style. We find the spring recovery feature important. You can also get replacement blades, since sharpness is important. You want to cut the claw, not crush it.

(10-18-2019, 02:41 PM)NatsFan78 Wrote: Thank you both. I bought the collars for when we travel in case he gets out by accident. I pray it never happens but if it does he will have an ID tag. He will rarely have one on. All three are breakaway collars that come apart very easy.

I am putting a lot of his little toys in a box in the closet. I plan to rotate them every so often so he doesn’t get bored with them, I will only have a few out at a time.

Thank you Jan for the advice on clippers.

(10-18-2019, 05:54 PM)JanH Wrote: You should consider a harness, rather than a collar. It means less pressure on the neck. However, be aware that some cats will get out of a harness on a leash by backup and inverting it off over their heads.

I recall Smudge's Mom uses something for travel and her experiences should help you.

For toys, consider a George Mouse (georgesf.com), catnip toys from the Mouse Factory (catnipstore.com - carrots are favorites with ours), Da Bird, preferably with a one piece handle, but only if you have space to spin it around at speed - it sounds like wings beating and drives many to a frenxy. I agree about starting with a few and see what is liked.

(10-18-2019, 06:36 PM)admin Wrote:

(10-18-2019, 02:41 PM)NatsFan78 Wrote: Thank you both. I bought the collars for when we travel in case he gets out by accident. I pray it never happens but if it does he will have an ID tag. He will rarely have one on. All three are breakaway collars that come apart very easy.

I am putting a lot of his little toys in a box in the closet. I plan to rotate them every so often so he doesn’t get bored with them, I will only have a few out at a time.

Thank you Jan for the advice on clippers.

Please ask them to microchip Jaxon when he's neutered. It's only $50 and as big as a grain of rice so easily done when he's already sedated. All vets and shelters have the readers now to help identify pets readily. I've read accounts of even the breakaway collars failing.

(10-20-2019, 07:22 AM)Smudge\s Mom Wrote: So exciting that your boy is nearly here.

This is the type of harness I prefer for kittens and small cats.  You can quickly snug up or loosen the neck part if it becomes necessary.  If you have a squirmy cat who has mastered the twist, turn and back out maneuver, get a lightweight shirt with a leash hole in the back.  This makes escape very difficult if not impossible. 
I think the most important thing is to get your kitten used to harnesses and leash walking as soon as possible.  Even if you never intend to take him on an outdoor jaunt, you will find the it makes trips to the vet and/or groomer so much easier. 
You mentioned that he is being microchipped.  That usually comes with a little tag identifying the chipper and the cat (if not, for a few dollars, you can order one).  Put it on the harness...not all facilities are equipped to scan for all brands of chips.
It is also a good idea to put a tag with all contact information, including a copy of Rabies Certificate and a picture on his carrier.  This is especially important if you do interstate or international travel.