Weaning (4-8 weeks)

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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