Expert: Becky - 5/20/2006

Question
Becky,
My cat just had 5 babies last week. Now there are only 2 cats left. After the first one died we didn't think much of it, maybe it was too weak. But, the second one died about 3 days ago and the third one died today. We have been noticing that the mother pushes the kittens away when she lays next to them. Now the last two kittens are getting weaker and have not been fed for a while because the mother is neglecting them. The kittens do not meow or move very much either. Is there anything I can do to save them before it is too late or is this something that happens very often and is a part of nature?
Thank You

Answer
Hi Amanda,

You may have already waited too late.  The kittens should have been bottle or tube fed.  A trip to a veterinarian would have saved them.  If they are still alive, please keep them warm and call a veterinarian for advice.  I cannot help you save these kittens over the internet.

Becky