We have had them since they were 4 weeks old ( there are 5 of them) and have tried and tried to wean them. One of them is off the bottle, but the other 4 won't even try to lap up formula. WE had no problem with the last kitten we saved, but these are making us scratch our heads not knowing what to do. We have basically tried it all ( formula mixes with dry and wet foods), but I'm sure there is more and some great advice is needed. Thank you.
2007-06-26 13:14:55 · 4 answers · asked by edwinshouse 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
At 6 weeks, they really should know how. Why dont you try using a plastic or rubber tipped pipet and make it a point to suck the milk (formula ) from a saucer - then feeding the solution to them. Then they will associate the milk, saucer- suck- feed- routine. Eventually their brains will hopefully get the picture.
Also try the dangling water drink assembly on the side of the pet enclosure.
2007-06-26 13:27:37 · answer #1 · answered by QuiteNewHere 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried dipping your finger in milk and letting them lick it off. My cats will try to eat practically anything if I offer it to them by hand. That might be a good intermediate step between the bottle and the bowl. I don't know if it would work, but it is the first thing I would think of trying.
2007-06-26 20:51:07 · answer #2 · answered by vs1958 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are not ready yet. Try again in acouple of weeks. Orphaned animals miss their mother and sometimes take longer to wein them. Be patient, you have only had them for two weeks, they are also trying to adjust to you. They will let you know when they are ready. In a few weeks put a bowl of milk down and let them find it by themselves.
2007-06-26 20:21:16 · answer #3 · answered by hotmama 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try something called 2nd Step. It's like rice cereal for kittens. you can get it from
www.jefferspet.com
i used it with my last litter before introducing them to dry food. It's worth a shot.
2007-06-26 20:51:27 · answer #4 · answered by mymissmochakitty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋