Weaned (9 weeks to 1 year)

Young gray tabby kitten in dried grass

Finding Kittens Outdoors: Factors to Consider Before Intervening

Summary Kittens’ best chance of survival is being with their mother through their weaning process, and it’s best to leave them in place with their mother whenever possible. So, before…

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Black and white tuxedo kitten in a brown cat condo

Space Needs for Weaned Kittens

Summary The space needs for weaned kittens will depend on their age and health and your home environment. Learn about the space options and the importance of a minimal two-week…

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Portrait of rown tabby kitten

Supplies Needed for Weaned Kittens

Summary The list of supplies needed to care for weaned kittens may seem long, but you’ll be glad you have all these items on hand. Learn about appropriate types of…

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Close up of tabby kitten looking at camera

Assessing a Kitten’s Health

Summary Establishing and being familiar with a kitten’s baseline condition allows you to promptly provide necessary care and note changes over time. A caregiver needs to examine kittens even if…

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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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Long hair tabby kitten

Daily Care of Weaned Kittens

Summary The daily care of weaned kittens requires several essential tasks. These include weighing, providing fresh food and water, cleaning the litter box and more. Accustoming kittens to grooming and…

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Brown tabby kitten on a fluffy white bed

Problems to Watch for in Weaned Kittens

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

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Young tabby kitten with blue eyes

Basic Supplies Needed in Caring for Kittens

Summary Before bringing kittens home, it’s smart to have basic supplies for their care on hand. Check out our suggestions for basic supplies for kittens of any age and why…

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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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