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Expert: Becky - 8/23/2005


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I found two kittens that were abandoned by thier mother. I need to know all the precautions and how to care for them until they can eat and drink on their own? Please help I have ahad them for two days now and I'm not sure if I'm doing right or wrong by them?

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HI Peggy,
this is much too involved to discuss here. You really need to take the kittens to a veterinarian so you can be shown what to do.  They not only need to be bottle fed, but need to have their genitals cleaned so that they will urinate and defecate. Normally, the mother cat will lick them to stimulate this response.  

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Becky

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I am not a breeder,so please direct any breeding and/or birthing questions to an "expert" that is. I love all cats but my favorites are the Rex and Siamese. I used to show Cornish Rex as a hobby but have not been able to for a few years. Right now I have three Siamese and one Cornish Rex. As a former veterinarian assistant, I can help you with general healthcare issues. Being a cat owner for years, I will be glad to answer any behaviour and/or nutrition questions too. Please remember, I am NOT a Veterinarian, so if your kitty is seriously ill, please do not hesitate to contact a Vet.

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