Found a Kitten?
Sometimes the kittens aren't lost or abandoned, but just waiting for mom to come back. She could be watching you right now! Below is information to guide your next steps.
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Check the Health of the Kitten
If the kitten is visibly injured or sick, take the kitten to a veterinarian immediately.
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Determine the Age of the Kitten
Kittens under 8 weeks old
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can have closed eyes
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folded ears
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can't walk
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under 2 pounds
They are fragile so care should be taken when handling them.
Kittens 8 weeks or older
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Play, behave & look like adult cats.
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2 pounds or more
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Next Steps
Use the decision tree below to decided your next steps.
How To Tell If Mom Has Returned To Her Kittens
Put a ring of flour around the kittens and look for paw prints to see if mom has returned to them.
Stay With Mom
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If they are doing well, let the kittens stay with Mom outdoors. When they are ready for have them all spayed, neutered and return to the outside.
Find a New Home
3
Ask a veterinarian to examine and spay & neuter the kittens. Then find homes where the kittens can be socialized to peopleI
Kitten Care
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Without mom to care for them, these kittens need your help! Neonatal kittens especial require around-the-clock care including bottle feeding,
Trap, Neuter, Return
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Kittens over 4 months old cannot be socialized, but they will live long, healthy outdoor lives. Neuter and vaccinate before returning them to their colony.
