Caring for newborn kittens? If so, be prepared to provide plenty of care and attention throughout their first few weeks and well into weaning. Weaning a kitten often takes place at around four weeks of age. Your kitten should be fully weaned around eight weeks of age. Some sure signs that kittens are ready to be weaned include the kitten’s curiosity and exploration of the mother’s food along with a possible nibble on the food. At this point, you can start separating the kitten from the mom and mom’s milk for a few minutes at a time. Increase the amount of separation over time. Start to introduce cat chow. Place some in a bowl and mix warm water to make it softer. Put some on the floor next to the bowl to help the kitten. For more guidelines and tips, call your Burlington, ON veterinary clinic.
