the kittens are so cute how do i know if the are ok they are only 18 hours old
2007-09-19 21:36:02 · 12 answers · asked by Cyndi 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
Nothing,.. the momma cat will do it all,... for now.
Just make sure the mom cat is well-nourished, she's providing for the babies.
* Pls. consider fixing your cat,.... hope you find responsible life-long homes for kittens when they're of age.
2007-09-19 21:43:49 · answer #1 · answered by deltadawn 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The mom will take care of them. Don't touch them , she might kill the ones you touch, although if she trusts you she wont, but to be on the safe side.....I would give her some lactating fomula, you can get it at a petstore. You mix it the way it says and add it to her food. The brand I use is called Just Born. This is also good to have on hand with a eyedropper in case she doesnt feed one or it wont eat. You will know if something is wrong with one. They usually squirm to get milk, but not alot, sometimes the mom has to position them on or near a nipple. If one isnt acting like the others, there might be someting wrong, give it a few hours and see if it improves. If the mom isnt feeding it, it might be sick or weak, you can try feeding it on your own and keep it warm. There isnt much else you can do. And if one does die, it was because it wasnt able to survive, it was nothing you did.
2007-09-20 04:49:33 · answer #2 · answered by EXPECTING 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most cats make excellent mothers so I would leave them alone and just watch to make sure she doesn't reject them. At this age she should spend most of her day with them feeding and grooming, although she will of course leave them to eat and go the toilet. Make sure she has plenty of food and fresh water, she will need extra calories and may drink more. Also make sure she has a comfy bed in a draft free room where she will not be disturbed too much. As they get older she will leave them for longer periods. Try to resist the temptation to handle them, no matter how cute they are.
2007-09-20 04:47:34 · answer #3 · answered by the truth has set me free 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
make sure the momma cat has plenty of food and water!!!! and dont mess with the babys to much because then the mom will get upset and move them. but other than that shell take care of everything else. also you should start weaning them at about 6-8 weeks. good luck and have fun!
2007-09-20 10:31:42 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't have to do anything. Cats have been having kittens for YEARS on their own. Just let the momma cat do her thing.
Now, if you notice that the momma cat is neglecting them severly then you should intervene.
2007-09-23 23:15:45 · answer #5 · answered by Amanda Run 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Let mom take care of them, If you bother them she will have to find a hiding place for them.Just offer mom extra food and love she will show you the babies when she is good and ready.
2007-09-24 01:56:07 · answer #6 · answered by gemini19572001 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well you really just need to make sure mums ok and eats well.I don't think she should leave her kittens allot but its ok to have small breaks just make sure the kittens are ok while mums gone. but really leave it to mummy cat.
best wishes to you and your kittens
2007-09-20 04:52:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The mother should pretty much take care of things, but I found a few articles that might help you:
http://www.animalhelp.com/library/articledetail.cfm?artid=149
http://cats.about.com/od/reproduction/a/birthprocess.htm
Best of luck
2007-09-20 04:50:01 · answer #8 · answered by Windy City Kitty 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing to do. Stay away. She bring them out when she knows there ready. If you bother her and the babies, she could bite you!
2007-09-20 04:45:07 · answer #9 · answered by ? 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
In a few weeks, be sure to have mama spayed. So many cats can't find homes. Please prevent any more births.
2007-09-20 05:47:30 · answer #10 · answered by Flatpaw 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋