2006-09-20 18:44:50 · 5 answers · asked by e_greene2004 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
First of all, is it weaned? Is it able to eat solid food? One can not always tell by size, as the size of the parents, & their basic health, as well as that of the kitten needs to be considered. In general, if it is bigger than the palm of an average adult hand, it is probably more than two months old. If one can fit an average adult-size hand around it's midsection with a little room to spare, it is probably at least five months old. Because size & weight vary so much by breed, you should ask your vet to be more accurate. They can go by other physiological signs to determine more presicely it's age. I hope while you are there, you will check into getting your new friend spayed or neutered, as the case may be. And congratulations on becoming the proud property of one of God's great creations! Your cat is now the proud owner of a new human!
2006-09-20 20:14:16 · answer #1 · answered by therealme 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A vet once told me that during the first few months of a kitten's life, they gain about a pound per month
2006-09-20 23:27:54 · answer #2 · answered by Sydney 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the teeth will determine age, and so will the weight (approx) kittens usually gain about a pound per month up unitl about 6 months of age, but its not exact, just an approximation. good luck
2006-09-20 22:51:12 · answer #3 · answered by mamacat78 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I bring my cats to the vet, they can tell their age by looking at their teeth. So by their teeth.. But I wouldnt really know exactly how to determine when I look at them..
SO perhaps best bet is to take your kitten to the vet?
2006-09-20 19:45:15 · answer #4 · answered by crow_nanc 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it is about 20 cm long(without the tail and legs), it is about 2 months. If it is bigger, check the teeth. If he has small baby teeth he is less than five months. At 5-6 months they change teeth and have the big strong teeth of a grown cat. If you post a photo I could help.
2006-09-20 20:04:13 · answer #5 · answered by cpinatsi 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋