Space Needs

Saving Kittens in Partnership: A Guide for Helping Kittens with Critical Care Needs.

This detailed guide provides the basic steps for starting a kitten-focused rescue organization that works collaboratively with shelters to save kittens who would otherwise be euthanized upon intake or soon…

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Kitten leaning over her mother and washing her face

Space Needs of Pregnant and Nursing Queens

Summary Choosing a space to care for a pregnant or nursing cat and her litter requires special considerations. This article discusses space options and how to set them up to…

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Gray tabby mother cat nursing black, gray and calico kittens

Post Delivery of Kittens

Summary Post-delivery monitoring is essential to be sure that the queen is producing milk and caring for her kittens, the kittens are gaining weight, and any problems are spotted as…

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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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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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Young tabby kitten with blue eyes

Space Options for Bottle Kittens

Summary Bottle kittens are small and somewhat limited in mobility, so there are several choices for housing them that are easily accessible to the caregiver. Learn about different options to…

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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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