Why do cats move their kittens?

Answer 1

Mother cats will start moving their kittens when they think that their babies are in danger. This is usually the case when the owners allow their guests or their children to pick up the newborns. This is not something that should be allowed for at least a couple of weeks although they are so cute! The mother cat will drag them to a dark place somewhere least expected like the corner of a closet or a basement, she will carry them one by one in her mouth to a safer place then where they were before.

Answer 2

This is part of a cat's instincts. For example, a mother cheetah will move her babies if she feels like they are threatened. Moving to another spot will help protect the kittens even better. That way, a mother cheetah can go off for a short while to hunt without worrying too much about her babies.

Having said this, a domesticated cat, which is a regular small cat, hasn't lost this important instinct and will still use it, even if she is safe and sound in a warm house.

Answer 3

a cat moves its kittens to help them get places faster. if you have kittens, then you probably know that they are unsteady on their feet right now, and aren't to smart all of the time. a mother will pick up her children by the scruff of their neck. don't worry, this won't hurt them! My cats are full grown and that is the best place to grab them by

The mother cat may move her kittens completely to another room as well, don't worry this is natural. :)

Answer 4

Maybe too many people are coming to see the kittens so the mother cat feels uncomfaterble. Either that or your cat found a comftyer spot.

Answer 5

she maybe favors the kitten over the others.

if she doesn't move the others soon you should take them and care for them.

Answer 6

Because something is wrong with it.

Answer 7

becaus eshe didnt want to litter