What age can you bring your kitten home?

Answer 1

Kittens cannot survive on their own around the same age as puppies when they are taken to new homes, but twelve weeks is probably the most reasonable. A kitten can then function almost to its full potential and would have learned many behavioral and social skills from its family. They will learn all about grooming and litterbox-use and will learn how to groom, share and play with litter-mates during this time. Taking a kitten away earlier could lead to behaviour issues when it is older.

Answer 2

A kitten should be fully weaned before removed from its mother.

Usually it's a general rule not to remove a kitten from its mom before 12 weeks of age, although weaning may begin weeks earlier.

Answer 3

Kittens should be 12 weeks old when they can leave their mothers.

Sadly, too many kittens are taken away from their mothers too early, usually around six to eight weeks old (some kittens aren't even weaned properly at that age). They have had no chance to learn what behaviour is good or bad, and behavioral problems will become apparent as the kitten gets older which, often, are difficult to correct.

Kittens six to eight weeks old have not learned any important socialisation or behaviour skills yet, which kittens learn from eight weeks onwards. During this time kittens will learn how to play and interact with their littermates, mother and any other animals and humans in the house.

They will learn what behaviour is acceptable and what is not from their mother, and will learn how to play and share with their littermates. They will also learn about grooming and litterbox use at this crucial time. Most kittens are well socialised by the time they are twelve weeks old, and are very likely to grow into very gentle and affectionate pets.

Answer 4

Answer

It's best to make sure kitten is weaned from it's mother and on regular food, as well as given time to socialize with its litter-mates and humans. The best time is twelve weeks old.

Answer 5

Kittens can typically be brought home from the breeder or shelter at around 8-12 weeks of age. This allows them time to wean off their mother and learn important social and behavioral skills. It is important not to separate a kitten from its mother and littermates too early as it can have negative effects on their development.

Answer 6

The best time is eight weeks at the earliest, although the ideal time is twelve weeks.