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Many, if not all, cat breeders strongly advise that you should not take a kitten away from its litter until 10-12 weeks of age. The reason for this is this allows the kittens to learn how to behave around other kittens and people. Playing with their litter-mates and mother teaches the kittens what is and is not acceptable. Taking a kitten away at this crucial stage of development can cause behaviour issues later on in its life as it will not have been taught otherwise.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoAbout ten to twelve weeks old. Ten weeks at the very earliest.
Sadly, too many kittens are taken away from their mothers too early, usually around six to eight weeks old (some kittens aren't even weaned properly at that age). They have had no chance to learn what behaviour is good or bad, and behavioral problems will become apparent as the kitten gets older which, often, are difficult to correct.
Kittens six to eight weeks old have not learned any important socialisation or behaviour skills yet, which kittens learn from eight weeks onwards. During this time kittens will learn how to play and interact with their littermates, mother and any other animals and humans in the house.
They will learn what behaviour is acceptable and what is not from their mother, and will learn how to play and share with their littermates. They will also learn about grooming and litterbox use at this crucial time. Most kittens are well socialised by the time they are twelve weeks old, and are very likely to grow into very gentle and affectionate pets.
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∙ 11y agoKittens are usually weaned at about 6 to 8 weeks and by three months (12 weeks) the mother will leave them on their own.
Many, if not all, good cat breeders strongly advise that you should not take a kitten away from its litter until 12-14 weeks of age. The reason for this is this allows the kittens to learn how to behave around other kittens and people. Playing with their litter-mates and mother teaches the kittens what is and is not acceptable. Taking a kitten away at this crucial stage of development can cause behavior issues later on in its life as it will not have been taught otherwise.
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∙ 12y agoAbout ten to twelve weeks old. Ten weeks at the very earliest.
Sadly, too many kittens are taken away from their mothers too early, usually around six to eight weeks old (some kittens aren't even weaned properly at that age). They have had no chance to learn what behaviour is good or bad, and behavioral problems will become apparent as the kitten gets older which, often, are difficult to correct.
Kittens six to eight weeks old have not learned any important socialisation or behaviour skills yet, which kittens learn from eight weeks onwards. During this time kittens will learn how to play and interact with their littermates, mother and any other animals and humans in the house.
They will learn what behaviour is acceptable and what is not from their mother, and will learn how to play and share with their littermates. They will also learn about grooming and litterbox use at this crucial time. Most kittens are well socialised by the time they are twelve weeks old, and are very likely to grow into very gentle and affectionate pets.
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∙ 12y agoAnswer:
Six weeks.
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Taking a kitten away at six weeks is far too early.
Many, if not all, cat breeders strongly advise that you should not take a kitten away from its litter until 12-13 weeks of age. The reason for this is this allows the kittens to learn how to behave around other kittens and people. Playing with their litter-mates and mother teaches the kittens what is and is not acceptable. Taking a kitten away at this crucial stage of development can cause behavior issues later on in its life as it will not have been taught otherwise.
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∙ 11y agoAbout ten to twelve weeks old. Ten weeks at the very earliest.
Sadly, too many kittens are taken away from their mothers too early, usually around six to eight weeks old (some kittens aren't even weaned properly at that age). They have had no chance to learn what behaviour is good or bad, and behavioral problems will become apparent as the kitten gets older which, often, are difficult to correct.
Kittens that are six to eight weeks old have not learned any important socialisation or behaviour skills yet, which kittens learn from eight weeks onwards. During this time kittens will learn how to play and interact with their littermates, mother and any other animals and humans in the house.
They will learn what behaviour is acceptable and what is not from their mother, and will learn how to play and share with their littermates. They will also learn about grooming and litterbox use at this crucial time. Most kittens are well socialised by the time they are twelve weeks old, and are very likely to grow into very gentle and affectionate pets. Responsible breeders refuse to let their kittens go to new homes before twelve to fourteen weeks.
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∙ 13y agoKittens should be 12 weeks old when they can leave their mothers.
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∙ 11y agoA kitten may safely leave its mother at an age of 8-12 weeks.
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5 weeks
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Does a cats mother leave at a when the cat is a baby?
no
What happens to newborn kittens if they are abandoned by their mother?
When kittens are old enough to leave their mother or pass away, the mother cat will cry and mourn her loss. The mother cat will cry for her baby for approximately one week.
How does the mother cat carry her baby?
A mother cat carries her baby in her gums. On her baby, there is a flop of fur called a scruff. The mother uses her gums to pull the scruff, making the baby hang from it painlessly. That's how they help their baby around the environment.
Does the mother cat leave her kittens if they have worms?
yes
When baby hippopotamus leave mother?
after growth
When do the baby koalas leave its mother?
after a year, when the next baby is born
How old are baby ants when they leave their mother?
They never leave their mother, their mother is the queen of the colony and they stay with that colony their entire life
How to deal with a mother cat's attacking you after accidentally stepping on her kitten?
It is normal behavior for a new mother cat. Keep away from the baby for now.
When does a baby sugar glider leave care of its mother?
it can leave 6-8 weeks
When does a baby elephant leave his mother?
They never leave them. They stay together until death.
What is a baby kittens mothers name?
A mother cat is normally known as a "she"
How long does a baby cat stay with her mother?
About 12 or more weeks
