It is generally recommended to keep the father cat away from newborn kittens, as he may not have a strong bond with them and could potentially harm or even kill them. It is best to provide a safe and quiet space for the mother cat and her kittens to bond and thrive without any interference from the father cat.
from what i learned you can put a old blanket over the cage and try to keep the other animals away from them
It is best to handle newborn kittens only when necessary, such as for feeding or cleaning, as excessive handling can stress them out. Wait until they are at least 2-3 weeks old before handling them more frequently, as they are more fragile and vulnerable in the first few weeks of life.
No. Cats will not hurt your baby if you take her kittens away. Your cat may just not be fond of babies because of their noises, smells, or attention. But as far as I know most cats are fond of babies or at least tolerate.
I have usually found dogs attack newborn kittens and Indian Minors. My cat has been attacked by a dog and an Indian Minor. It is quite scary watching him getting attacked but I shooed away the birds but there was really nothing I could do when the dog attacked. My cat got a few scratches around his mouth from he dog.
Yes it is ok. Kittens can't get hurt or sick unless your hands are dirty or you drop the kitten. But it would be best not to take it away form its mom for long. The kitten needs to eat the milk the mom provides.
When kittens are old enough to leave their mother or pass away, the mother cat will cry and mourn her loss. The mother cat will cry for her baby for approximately one week.
Yes, but the father can and should file an injunction to stop his child being taken away.
Kittens get milk from the mom immediately. They move away from their mom for short periods between 4-6 weeks. By 6-8 weeks they can be taken away from their mom, such as for adoption. Kittens should be weaned before that time. Moms do weaning.
To move newborn kittens safely and effectively, gently scoop them up one by one using a soft cloth or towel, making sure to support their head and body. Place them in a warm, quiet, and secure location away from drafts. Avoid handling them too much and always wash your hands before and after touching them to prevent the spread of germs.
She is more than sad. Unless it was an emergency, you should not have taken away her kittens.
Answer: When they are about 7 - 7 1/2 weeks old.Answer:The general consensus is usually 7-8 weeks old. However, more and more cat owners say you should not take a kitten away from its litter until 10-12 weeks of age. The reason for this is this allows the kittens to learn how to behave around other kittens and people. Playing with their litter-mates and mother teaches the kittens what is and is not acceptable. Taking a kitten away at this crucial stage of development can cause behaviour issues later on in its life as it will not have been taught otherwise.
Yes, it would be a good idea, otherwise the mother may feel threatened and abandon her kittens or the other cats may attack the defenseless kittens and/or the mother.