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Not all kittens are born with worms. If the mother was wormed regularly and before the birth of the kittens it is unlikely that they will have worms. It is however highly recommended that kittens be wormed regularly and it is advised that this should be done monthly until they are 6 months old

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Do kittens have worms when they are born?

Kittens can be born with worms if the mother is infected during pregnancy. It is not uncommon for kittens to contract worms from the mother's milk or environment shortly after birth. Regular deworming and preventive measures are recommended for kittens.


Can picking up kittens to much give them worms?

No. Worms are passed from mother to the kittens or they pick them up from the area they are in. You can't handle them too much.


Does the mother cat leave her kittens if they have worms?

yes


Why does a mom cat hiss at her kittens?

A mom cat may hiss at her kittens to establish boundaries, discipline them, or protect them from perceived threats.


Why is the mom cat hissing at her kittens?

The mom cat may hiss at her kittens to establish boundaries, discipline them, or protect them from perceived threats.


Is mom feeding kittens enough?

Mom cats will nurse every 2 hours or when babies cry. If babies don't cry after nursing, they are getting enough. If they cry after nursing, mom may not have enough milk for all kittens. Take mom and kittens to the vet.


How does a mom cat go about feeding her kittens?

A mom cat feeds her kittens by nursing them with her milk. She will typically lie down and allow her kittens to suckle from her nipples. This provides the kittens with the necessary nutrients and helps them grow strong and healthy.


When do kittens from their mum?

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.


What disease can be spread by kittens?

Yes. Many types of worms as well.


Do kittens drink milk from their mom?

yes


Does deworming cause diarrhea in kittens?

Yes, deworming can cause diarrhea in kittens as it is a common side effect of the medication used to treat worms.