Cusp (4 weeks)

Portrait of short hair black kitten

Problems to Watch for in Weaning Kittens

Summary Carefully observing the daily changes of weaned kittens from their weight and eating, defecating and urinating habits to energy level is essential. Such changes can be the first indication…

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Gray tabby kitten in a cardboard box

Space Needs of Weaning Kittens

Summary Kittens can usually be confined to a small space until they are almost 4 weeks old and begin weaning. At this time, they are learning to eat on their…

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Brown tabby kitten on her back looking up

Daily Care of Weaning Kittens

Summary Caring for weaning kittens is usually less intense than caring for bottle kittens. Some aspects of caring for bottle kittens are no longer part of the daily routine; other…

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Close up of gray tabby kitten lying on her back

Determining Kitten Age

Summary Learn how to determine a kitten’s age, including the condition and/or presence of an umbilical cord and teeth, the degree of openness of eyes and ears, and mobility and…

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Young gray kitten on a fluffy white bed

Determining a Kitten’s Sex

Summary Determining the sex of a very young kitten can be difficult. It should become easier with practice and as the kitten ages. Determining a Kitten’s Sex It may be…

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Newborn orange kitten sleeping

Making Sure a Kitten Space is Safe

Summary A very important consideration when choosing a kitten space is the ability to make it safe. Kittens are naturally curious. You may need to get down on your hands…

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Close up of gray and white kitten on a white fluffy bed

Making Sure a Kitten Space is Clean

Summary Learn how to prepare a clean space for kittens before they arrive. Whether the space is in a shelter environment or a home, it must be free of organic…

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Long-hair brown tabby kitten on blanket

Considerations Before Taking in Kittens

Summary Fostering kittens can be a rewarding and life-changing experience. The many factors to consider before diving in are discussed here, as well as the pros and cons of fostering…

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Closeup of newborn brown tabby kitten

Basic Space Needs of Kittens

Summary Choosing a space to care for kittens requires several considerations including the age and health of the kittens during the entire time they are in your care. The space…

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