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Well, yes. It's natural for cats to hunt other animals for food, therefor, it is a predator. And like this guy-I-totally-forgot-his-name said: "Eyes in front, animals hunt. Eyes on the side, animals hide."

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Did you do wrong to bury your cats dead kittens?

no. as long as your cat had accepted that they were dead and let you.


Why would your cat kill and eat her kittens when they were about 2 weeks?

Some mother cats do this for many reasons, sometimes it's because the kittens are ill/deformed... or if someone has been handling the kittens and then the mother can smell their scent on them In both cases it is natural instinct. If the mother cat smells quite different scent in her kittens, she may think kill them for protection. If the kittens are ill/deformed, she also eats them before they die and bring diseases to the rest of kittens. Also dying kittens or dead kitten corpse marks the smell for the predators to notice where she lives.


Will cats hide their kittens after giving birth?

It is not at all uncommon for a cat to hide her kittens. Frequently, she will go so far as to move them from place to place to ensure that they are not "discovered" by predators. It is important when expecting kittens to prepare a safe, calm place and acclimate the mother to her surroundings; this helps her feel safe giving birth in that environment. Resist the urge to disturb the nest, as this could lead to her moving the kittens, which puts them at greater risk for chilling and hypothermia.


How do cats look after their young?

A mother cat provides her kittens with food, protection and warmth. Newborn kittens are born deaf, blind, toothless and unable to stand and remain so for the first week or two of their lives. Once the kittens find their feet, they will start to play and explore their surroundings, but will stay close to their mother. Kittens will often run to their mother's side if she calls. Wild, and even domestic cats will move her kittens elsewhere if she feels the nest is not safe, or feels she does not want to draw attention to potential predators who would otherwise pick up the scent of the kittens. When the kittens are around six weeks old, they will start to take interest in their mother's food. The mother will often bring soft cat food, or if in the wild, dead prey to her offspring to eat. In a wild environment, a mother cat will eventually bring alive animals to her kittens so they can learn and practise how to hunt and kill for themselves.


What are cats or kittens enimes?

Some common enemies of cats or kittens include predators like dogs, coyotes, and large birds of prey. Parasites like fleas, ticks, and worms can also pose a threat to their health. In addition, some toxic plants and household products can be harmful if ingested.

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Why do cats leave their kittens after birth?

Cats leave their kittens after birth to protect them from predators and to allow them to develop independence.


Why do feral cats move their kittens?

Feral cats move their kittens to protect them from predators and provide a safer environment for them to grow and develop.


Is basement good spot for kittens to be born?

Kittens can be born anywhere. They just need a darkish, safe area where no predators can get to them. Usually, the mother of the kittens will find a spot to give birth, but if you're worried, you can put the mother in a kennel.


Are kittens a predator or a prey?

Yes. Kittens hunt and kill bugs, and will also hunt mice while being instructed in that skill by their mother cat. When they are doing that, they are predators. Larger carnivores, such as dogs, hawks, and rats, will hunt and kill kittens. When that is going on, they are prey.


Did you do wrong to bury your cats dead kittens?

no. as long as your cat had accepted that they were dead and let you.


What are kitten's friends?

Friends for kittens include:litter matesmomhumansother pets they grow up with (But older, cats can become predators to smaller pets!)


How does a feral mom cat care for her kittens in the wild?

A feral mom cat in the wild cares for her kittens by providing them with food, protection, and grooming. She hunts for prey to feed them, teaches them survival skills, and keeps them warm and clean. The mom cat also defends her kittens from predators and other threats in their environment.


Why would your cat kill and eat her kittens when they were about 2 weeks?

Some mother cats do this for many reasons, sometimes it's because the kittens are ill/deformed... or if someone has been handling the kittens and then the mother can smell their scent on them In both cases it is natural instinct. If the mother cat smells quite different scent in her kittens, she may think kill them for protection. If the kittens are ill/deformed, she also eats them before they die and bring diseases to the rest of kittens. Also dying kittens or dead kitten corpse marks the smell for the predators to notice where she lives.


Will cats hide their kittens after giving birth?

It is not at all uncommon for a cat to hide her kittens. Frequently, she will go so far as to move them from place to place to ensure that they are not "discovered" by predators. It is important when expecting kittens to prepare a safe, calm place and acclimate the mother to her surroundings; this helps her feel safe giving birth in that environment. Resist the urge to disturb the nest, as this could lead to her moving the kittens, which puts them at greater risk for chilling and hypothermia.


What is the collective noun for kittens?

The collective noun for kittens and puppies is a litter of kittens and a litter of puppies.


What is a Kindle of kittens?

A kindle of kittens is the proper word for a group of kittens


How many kittens are there in the litter of multiple kittens?

The number of kittens in a litter can vary, but typically ranges from 3 to 6 kittens.