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Bottle Fed Kitten

Fading Kitten Syndrome is a sad condition that kills between 20 and 40 percent of all kittens under 12 weeks old. Fading Kitten Syndrome is a name given to a wide range of illnesses that kill a kitten before it has chance to mature. This list includes birth defects (such as limbs or organs deformed), lack of care from a mother, disease (caused by bacteria or viruses), parasites (such as ticks), a traumatic birth process or a whole host of other problems.  Read more... (318 words, 1 image, estimated 1:16 mins reading time)

Do you mind getting your finger off of my throat?

Although it is not necessary to take your kitten to the veterinarian more that once every 12 months or so – unless your kitten is sick or injured, of course – there are some actions you can follow which will help to ensure your kitten's health.

Once per week, take 5 to 10 minutes to visually examine your kitten – looking for anything that looks out-of-the-ordinary. 

Kitten Movement
Call your kitten to you – how is he moving?  How is his walk – is he favoring one leg over the other?  Read more... (373 words, 1 image, estimated 1:30 mins reading time)

Somebody Close the Door, I Feel a Draft!

In short, the answer is 'no', unless your kitten has gotten into something it shouldn't lick off of its fur – like a chemical. Cats, in general, do a fantastic job at grooming themselves.

If you must bathe your kitten, then make sure that you keep the environment warm – that is 90+ degrees (F), else, you run the risk of making your kitten sick. Kitten's don't have the ability to fully regulate their internal body temperatures.

Make sure that the bathing area is totally free from drafts. So, beware of the kitchen sink that is below a window, as an example.  Read more... (161 words, 1 image, estimated 39 secs reading time)

Kitten Behavior Development

from: happyday.dk

A truly balanced well-balanced and well-adjusted cat is one that has been properly socialized.

A fearful attitude toward people is often transmitted from Momma cat to Baby kitten.  If Momma is fearful and distrustful of people, then she passes that predisposition right on to her babies.

It is imperative, along with feeding a kitten, to bond with him/her by petting, talking, playing with your kitten.  This cannot be overstated.  You are attempting to overcome the genetically predisposed programming of fear of humans.

Although there is a great temptation to wean your kittens as quickly as possible, the natural process is typically about six to seven weeks.  Do not rush this.  In addition, kittens love to suckle with momma, even after they have been weaned – this is primarily for comfort.  Read more... (238 words, 1 image, estimated 57 secs reading time)

"Let go of me or I'll swat you!"

From: saltcitycatclub.org
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