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The mother cats carry their baby kittens very gently on the necks as they feel the cubs are being threatened by other animals, it is then taken to a safe hiding place.

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Why do cats bite their kittens to move them?

A kitten bites because it is scared or it is playing.I know because the people that live behind my mom have 5 kittens and they bite because they are scraed OR they are just playing around.


Is a 3 and a half year old kitten able to leave its mom?

There are no 3 1/2 year old kittens. By that age, they are cats. The kittens are ready to go to new homes at about 12 weeks.


Why do kittens suckle?

i know this cause i was just fostering 4 kittens. kittens suckle because they are used to suckling to get their mom's milk. so to stop suckling you have to get it used to drinking in a low cup like cats or get a syringe. if u do get a syringe give it to the kitten when he/she starts.


Do kittens need constant supervision?

If they are in an area that they might get into things that could be harmful to them, then yes. Otherwise, no. If they are in an area that nothing will harm them, and their mother is with them, they do not need constant supervision.


Can a mom cat take the kittens from one location to another?

Absolutely. They're protecting the kittens from predators. I used to work in a home improvement store that had a garden department. Garden departments have bird seed, which is eaten by mice, so it's natural cats would also move in. One of our cats had a litter of four kittens, which she would move up and down in the racking. One time, we watched her move her kittens from the floor to the 16-foot level on a rack. She climbed an upright four times with a kitten in her mouth.

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Why do cats bite their kittens to move them?

A kitten bites because it is scared or it is playing.I know because the people that live behind my mom have 5 kittens and they bite because they are scraed OR they are just playing around.


Is mom feeding kittens enough?

Mom cats will nurse every 2 hours or when babies cry. If babies don't cry after nursing, they are getting enough. If they cry after nursing, mom may not have enough milk for all kittens. Take mom and kittens to the vet.


Do cats recognize their kittens?

Yes they have a specific sound that tells the mom its them. also it looks different.


Is it ok for a young cat with no kittens to produce milk and to start feeding 12 week old kittens?

Mom cats often adopt another cat's litter, especially if the mom recently gave birth. For young kittens, that's okay BUT mom will need more food with protein (e.g. a good dry and wet food). However, 12-week old kittens should NOT be nursing. Separate the older kittens from their "adopted" mom and get them onto dry food.


How long after a mom has female cats can the females get pregnant?

If your talking about the kittens it takes 6 monthes fo them to be sexually mature


What is kittens average temperature?

Kittens and cats have a normal body temperature of 100 - 102 degrees Fahrenheit, plus or minus half a degree.Really


Is a 3 and a half year old kitten able to leave its mom?

There are no 3 1/2 year old kittens. By that age, they are cats. The kittens are ready to go to new homes at about 12 weeks.


Is it common for a female cat to feed outher cats kittens but no to clean them?

No -- it's quite unusual for a mother cat not to clean her kittens. This may be a problem -- or just an idiosyncracy. Either way, I'd have a chat with my vet and see if this represents a danger to the kittens or their mom.


Why do kittens suckle?

i know this cause i was just fostering 4 kittens. kittens suckle because they are used to suckling to get their mom's milk. so to stop suckling you have to get it used to drinking in a low cup like cats or get a syringe. if u do get a syringe give it to the kitten when he/she starts.


I have 2 kittens and my mother would like them Where she lives I am scared the fox that's been around will kill them Anyone have a suggestion Mom does not want the kittens in the house?

i have three choices 1 build a fence or ask someone to 2make a deal with your mom 3 be with your cats and watch if the wolves come or beg for your life plus talk to your mom about the wolf she will understand


How do cats get their drinks?

Cats LAP up water. They dip their tongue into the water, curl it, and bring the tongue back into their mouths. Kittens learn to lap after beginning to be weaned from their mom and beginning to eat mashed wet food.


When do kittens from their mum?

Kittens get milk from the mom immediately. They move away from their mom for short periods between 4-6 weeks. By 6-8 weeks they can be taken away from their mom, such as for adoption. Kittens should be weaned before that time. Moms do weaning.