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How soon after birth can you touch a kitten?
Avoid handling newborn kittens so the mother does not reject them from an unfamiliar scent. Only touch them if the mother is unbothered, and pet the mother first while gloved.
How do you care for a kitten that has not opened its eyes yet?
Newborn kittens that have not opened their eyes need warmth and feeding via mother's milk or goat's milk formula. If the mother cannot nurse, use a quality formula with small, frequent feedings.
Why Do Cats Have Different Eye Colors?
Cat eyes come in an astonishing range of colors - copper, amber, green, blue, orange and brown - and certain breeds are famous for theirs: Ragdolls and Siamese for brilliant blue, while the common domestic shorthair most often shows yellow. But a kitten's eye color is not set at birth. Newborn kittens usually have blue eyes because melanin has not yet activated, and the true color only emerges as they grow. In this article we explain what determines a cat's eye color, at what age it settles, why some cats show a mesmerizing deep blue, and the fascinating genetics behind odd-eyed cats with two different colored eyes.
How to Adopt a Stray Cat
If you find newborn kittens outdoors, don't rush to take them — the mother may be fetching food, and your scent can make her reject them. Watch first, confirm they're orphaned, then prepare for a demanding but rewarding rescue.
A Guide to Pet Vaccinations
Core cat vaccines — the FVRCP combination and rabies — protect against panleukopenia, calicivirus, herpesvirus, and rabies, and are recommended for every cat. Start the FVRCP series no earlier than six weeks, finish after 16 weeks, and keep boosters on schedule while watching for post-shot side effects.
What to Do If a Kitten Gets Milk Ringworm (Neonatal Dermatitis)
Young kittens have low skin resistance; combined with dampness around the mother's nipples and milk spilling while nursing, fungi easily grow. The kitten heals on its own as it grows, and it won't spread to people or other cats.
Home Treatment for Feline Rhinotracheitis (Cat Flu)
As pet care becomes scientific and vet medicine matures, treating cat flu is easier. With a scientific plan by symptoms, it heals fast. Here's its impact and treatment.
What You Should Know About Vaccinating Your Cat
Whether your cat is a newborn, a newly purchased kitten, or a rescued stray you just adopted, if it has not yet been vaccinated, the first step in responsible cat care is to get it vaccinated. Do not underestimate vaccines—though they may seem insignificant, they are crucial to protecting your cat's health. Vaccines effectively prevent infectious diseases and, to some extent, lighten the burden on owners. Everyone should take them seriously.
Types and Treatment of Cat Conjunctivitis
Cat conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctiva covering the eye and inner eyelid, causing redness, swelling, and tearing. It has four types; here is a detailed explanation of symptoms and treatment.
Three Adorable Behaviors of Cats
Cats knead from kitten nursing, tuck paws when relaxed and warm, and purr to show contentment or sometimes to beg or soothe pain. These cozy habits are signs of trust and happiness.