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Hi, I took in a stray cat on Feb. 17, 2007. I took her to the vet to be check-out and they said she looked good, and to come back in a month for her shots. I took her in around the end of March for her shots. I left my apartment on Saturday April 21 and when I returned Sunday, to my surprise I found a litter of six kittens under my bed. They have all survived and the queen seems to be taking great care of them. They have all been to the vet for a check-up and it was a positive visit. However, I have been unable to move the kittens and they are still under my bed. Also, they are beginning to move around and I do not want them to run around my apartment. I am just looking for some advice on how to move them and where. I have some space in my dining room, but I do not know how to keep them there without having access to the rest of the apartment. I would really appreciate your help!
Thanks!
Hi Rach,
If you have some type of doors to close then keep them in there. You can use baby gates if you don't have doors. Just remember at a certain point they will be able to climb over the gates. If it is open then the only thing I can suggest is to get a large dog cage and put them in there. You will have to let the mom out after she has attended the kittens. The mom should be with the kittens about 60-70% of the time. Make sure it is warm and they have good bedding so they stay warm. 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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