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Kittens need their mother's milk for at least 8 weeks.
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Is supplement feeding wise for new born kittens?
if the mother is still around and is able to give the kittens milk then dont stop her. supplement milk is no where near as good as mother's milk. it doesnt have the nutrients the kittens need to survive and keep strong. but if you have new borns which dont have a mother or the mother is unable to provide milk then as the vet for help and supplement milk is the only answer.
Why do cats nipples start leaking closer to time to have kits?
Kittens drink milk, and the females will need their supply of milk for the kittens on their way.
Why is your cat greedy after having kittens?
they want and need more food and water for milk to keep the kittens alive.
Should a really thin cat be taken from her nursing kittens?
No, the kittens need all the milk they can get. Just feed her better food and help her not be so thin. You can help by nursing the kittens yourself as well at intervals if they are still hungry, but the kittens should NOT be separated from their mother, especially when you can help them.
Until what age does a kitten get its milk from its mother?
usually kittens need milk from the mother for two months .
What do kittens drink apart from milk?
Water. All animals need water.
What if a pregnant cat does not produce milk?
Then you will have to bottle feed the kittens or get another cat with kittens to do it. You can ask a vet if you need kitten formula. A pregnant cat will usually not show milk until soon before she gives birth.
Do 7 week old kittens need milk or water?
Kittens need their mother's milk when there about 1-7 weeks old. Once weaned you can give them kitten milk (never cow's milk) as a treat, but it would be best to give them water instead.
Can kittens have 1 percent milk?
Except in the case of immediate emergency with no other option, it does more harm than good to give cows' milk to kittens. Kittens should get their mother's milk until weaning; if the queen isn't producing sufficient milk or is otherwise unable to care for the kittens, you should feed the kittens a formula designed for cats (e.g. KMR). After weaning, cats have no need of milk and it shouldn't be given to them. Most cats are lactose intolerant, so even 1% milk can cause serious problems. That being said, an accidental lick or two by a curious kitten shouldn't do any permanent harm.
How often do you give a kitten or a cat milk?
It depends.. The age of the kitten is important.. Kittens can get milk.. it just depends on how old they are. 3 months is the right time you can feed them milk if they are suppoted on their mother's milk. However.. if the kitten does not have a mother, it is encourged that they are to have milk. You are welcome!! -Amber <><><><> Many cats and kittens have trouble digesting cow's milk- upset tummy. There are milk replacements you can get from a vet if you need to nurse an orphan kitten- but would pass on cow's milk. Remember, they are kittens, not calves.
Why to cats like to knead you?
It is believed that this is a throwback to when they were kittens. In kittens, kneading enhances the flow of milk from the mother cat, and it seems that this behavior is simply retained long after the need for it goes away.
What can you feed kittens that are 2 days old?
By far the best food for tiny kittens is their mother's milk. They need nothing else. If for some reason the mother isn't present, you must either quickly find another nursing female cat who can take on more kittens (your local animal shelter may have some), or buy some KMR (Kitten Milk Replacer) from your vet. Your vet will be able to show you how to bottle feed kittens. Such tiny kittens will need to be fed at least every hour around the clock, and will also need to be stimulated to produce waste after every feed.
