5 Tips How To Look After A Newborn

Kitten

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1. Feeding pregnant cats

2. Mother and kitten socialisation

3. Kitten nutrition

4. Keeping kittens clean & sanitary

5. Ideal temperature for kittens

1. Feeding pregnant cats

• Pregnant cats need increased levels of nutrients from a specialised cat food.

• Malnutrition can mean that kittens are born with a lower birth weight and might develop health issues.

• A pregnant cat needs a higher energyintake than normal. This can be providedin a special pregnant cat and kitten food.

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2. Mother and kitten socialisation

• To ensure that kittens grow into healthy adult cats, they must be socialised with humans from a young age.

• The first few weeks should include some interaction with people.

• A kitten’s eyes and ears are fully functional at4 weeks. This is when you can introduce themto new sights and smells.

• Older kittens can then be introducedto other family pets

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3. Kitten Nutrition

• In the early stages, a mother’s milk is all your kitten needs.

• In some cases, a mother may be absent or stops feeding kittens. This is when you need a kitten milk replacer like Di Vetelact.

• During weaning (around 4 weeks) akitten begins to eat solid food.At this point they need a premiumkitten food in appropriate amountsaccording to their age and weight.

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4. Keeping Kittens Clean

• Human hygiene is important – always wash your hands before and after handling kittens.

• Always keep a clean litter box for mum and her babies.

• Mother will clean kittens but you canhelp out with a warm, dampwashcloth.

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5. Ideal Temperature

• Kittens must always be kept warm and toasty!

• Room temperature should be around 25 to 27°C.

• Provide a comfortable nesting area away from draughts.

• You can always use a heating pad but make sure that it is set low. There also needs to be an area left unheated so the kitten can lay on a cooler surface.

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