Assessing Kittens
Fleas can be deadly to a neonatal kitten, so it’s critically important to perform a thorough intake exam on all kittens, including using a flea comb to check for fleas…
Read MoreThe NKC Kitten Age Chart provides week-by-week photos with a list of developmental characteristics for kittens from newborn to 8 weeks of age.
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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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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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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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