How to Document Your Cat's Growth
A kitten only grows up once — documenting it the right way turns into something genuinely precious to look back on years later.
Same Spot, Same Angle Photos Show Change Best
Taking one front-facing and one side-profile photo every week, in the same spot, at the same angle, and under similar lighting whenever possible, makes it much easier to see changes in body shape, coat color, and facial proportions over time — far more useful for before-and-after comparisons than scattered, casual snapshots.
Weight Records Are More Accurate Than Eyeballing It
A kitten's weight changes fast. Regularly weighing them on a small scale (a kitchen scale or a pet-specific one) and logging it is the most objective way to tell whether their growth curve is on track. Just looking and asking "does it seem like they've gained weight" easily misses real growth delays or overweight issues.
Document Behavioral Milestones, Not Just Appearance
Beyond physical changes, first time playing with a toy, first time using the litter box on their own, first time interacting with another cat, first time climbing somewhere high — these behavioral milestones often bring back memories more than changes in body shape do. A simple one-line note with a date is enough; there's no need for long entries.
A Timeline Is More Meaningful Than Loose Photos
Arranging photos, weight logs, and behavioral milestones into a continuous timeline gives a much fuller picture of your cat's growth journey than a jumble of scattered pictures in your phone's photo album — and it's much easier to look back on later, or share with other owners.
Want to track this over time? Try Growlo
A growth-timelapse and roaming-map app — aligned photo overlays to track growth, plus a map of where your cat explores.
Coming soon — app in the works
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This site is for general reference only and is not a substitute for veterinary diagnosis. If your cat shows unusual signs, please see a vet promptly.