The Best Way To Help Wean Cats






 

 

Weaning kittens is not a simple task, but needs to be done for those who have young kittens in your own home. Weaning is the process of getting a kitten accustomed to solid foods instead of a mother's milk (or milk substitute). This needs to be carried out gradually as well as over time or else it would not work well.

The weaning process should begin when the kitty is about four weeks old. Ensure that the kittens eyes have opened and it appears to be able to see. If the kitten's eyes are still shut, or it is still blind (the kitty may stay blind after the eyes are open for a while), after that wait a couple weeks until his or her eyes are open to start weaning. Also make sure that they are walking and steady on their feet. These are just signs of developmental stages which are essential to undergo prior to weaning.

The weaning process ought to last about four weeks. For those who have the cat's mother around, then let her to participate in the weaning. She will be able to determine if the kitten is ready and will assist the kitten to get used to solid foods.

Firstly, you will need to present the kitten to a food container. Pour some kitty formula into the bowl and bring the kitty close to it. Let her smell it and she will most likely begin to lap at it. Let her eat until she is satisfied.

Now, you will want to begin introducing solid foods (ensure it really is kitten food!) to this. Put a small amount of solid food into the bowl and blend lots of kitten formula. Keep doing this daily using less formula and more solid food each time. During this time it is okay in the event that the kitty is still consuming its mother's milk in addition to the actual food. After about four weeks, the kitty ought to be fully weaned.

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