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I HAVE A MOTHER CAT THAT LOST BOTH OF HER NEW BORN KITTENS 5
DAYS AGO. I HAVE A FRIEND WHO JUST FOUND A NEW BORN KITTEN
AND IS CURRENTLY HAND RAISING IT. I WANTED TO KNOW IF I SHOULD
TAKE THE NEW KITTEN AND SEE IF MY MOTHER CAT WILL RAISE IT. I AM
ALSO CONCERNED THAT THE MOTHER CAT MAY NOT HAVE MILK AFTER
FIVE DAYS OR IF SHE COULD EVEN ATTACK AND KILL THE NEW KITTEN.
Hi Debi,
You can try to see if the mom cat will raise it. Her milk may be drying up but if she takes to the new kitten it will start producing again. I would introduce them and see what happens. If anything, the mom should clean and take care of the kitten. You may still need to feed the kit. When you introduce them she shouldn't harm the kit. Just keep an eye on them. Good luck.
Ciao, Karen
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Answers by Expert:
Karen Craft
Expertise
I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!
Experience
I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care.
Some thoughts to carry with you.
A Cat's 10 Commandments
My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.
Give me time to understand what you want of me.
Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.
Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you.
Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.
Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.
Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you.
If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong.
Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old.
On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so.
Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.
Education/Credentials
I have an A.A.S.
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