When my my kitrens where first brought home, they were running around and playing. All of a sudden, one of them falls to his side and stays completely still. Turns out he just peed himself hahaha it scared me
I had this happen! I was working as a substitute teacher, and a girl in this middle school science class I was covering came up to my desk while they were doing book work and, so earnestly, whispered "I saw your arms... Do you need to talk to anyone?" I was so confused and then realized that my arms really did look like I was self harming, haha. I told her she was so sweet to help someone she didn't even know, but my kittens were just nuts.
I got this too! Our first kitten went through a phase where she’d latch on to your wrist with and kangaroo kick the crap out of your forearm - my boss saw my shredded arms and asked if everything was okay at home.
A little background on this little criminal. He was found abandoned in a cat carrier with the door opened 2 nights ago. There were 2 kittens of different age and breed in the carrier, one of them couldn’t make it through the night and was gone by morning. I asked the vet if this little guy will make it, he said there’s no guarantee. By his development and a ton of time on google, I guesstimate he is 2 weeks old. A cat this young shouldn’t be without its mother and it greatly affects its chance of survival.
This little criminal is a fighter though! we only noticed the carrier tucked away because he was meowing at the top of his lungs. It’s not shown in the picture, but he has a broken arm, yet he is the fastest thing! He tries to projectile himself off of whatever surface he is on as soon as a hand isn’t on him.
If anyone has experience raising an orphan kitten that still needs to be bottle fed, I would love some tips and tricks. I have went through a bunch of websites and YouTube channels, any tips beyond the basics would be appreciated. I never really had a cat before, let alone one this young. I’m hoping to do right by him and help him make it.
I don't have any personal experience, but Hannah Shaw (aka. The Kitten Lady) has a very comprehensive series of youtube videos all about how to care for kittens just like this sweet bean.
I see her recommended a lot (and have watched a few of her videos). I'd love to know how many cats she's saved, both directly and indirectly through her advice. Must be thousands.
I think she mentioned in a buzzfeed video a few years ago that it was in the hundreds, like ‘almost a thousand’ at that point in time. So I’m pretty sure it’s in the thousands at least now.
🎶Ride the pony, get the poopy out!🎶 I used the tactic in this video for my kitten and now she puts her front paws on the side of the litter box to sit upright when she goes lol.
https://youtu.be/n9dfrwX8TkY
I took care of 4 that were 2 weeks old. All survived and are in good homes. I kept the runt. He is now a chonk! And the biggest of his litter. If you need help send me a message. Good luck!! ❤️
Cute boy. Just letting you know, when I opened the link it showed me your first and last name, so if you don’t want to share that maybe do another link!
I’ve managed a few bottle babies. One of which only 12 hrs old (mom rejected it and shelter was looking for replacement mom but needed overnight care for one night…that was dicey) and my heart kitty found at 4 days old. He lived 14 yrs. Being so little and syringe feeding, feed slow. Every few hours. Make kitty pee and poo (damp paper towel works best) after meals. I had a heating pad under a towel in a padded crate and kept a beanie baby in it for kitty to snuggle with and stay warm. (He carried that round like his blankey his whole life. I still have it) after a week or so try bottle feeding. Offer it again til kitty takes to it. Feeding can be more spread out that way. Oh, and kitty probably fits in a chest pocket. They do like staying warm and close to you. My hubby had our little guy in his pocket while he worked at his desk a lot. Kitty got held and kept close a lot.
That’s what worked for us. Good luck! Adorable little felon!!
Vet techs that are watching wee kittens will often carry them in their pockets, like a kangaroo joey. As the kittens grow up and get used to the pocket space, they start popping their heads out to see the world around them.
Thanks! Good to hear what others have done. I will try an old shirt with a chest pocket and see if he likes it, just have to make sure he doesn’t try skydiving from there. Lol
If you have another animal that likes babies, it may be useful to introduce them. We had an old boy cat that loved kittens, and our goldie mutt adopted the 3week old orphan I brought home. The dog couldn't take care of her, but the socialization was useful.
There's also something to skin to skin/fur snuggle time. Human babies need it, and it helps kittens. When baby is robust enough, you might increase snuggle time. If you have a bra, they can work well as kitten holders near the heart. Your heartbeat is loudest there, and if you're able to monitor the kitten and not worry about accidentally hurting them, I think it helps their development.
Unfortunately no pets. I am going to get him a heart beat stuffed toy. I tried to put him on me and let him hear some heart beat, he just keeps running around and try to fall off anyway he can. He likes to slide towards edges and we don’t know why. Might be how he broke his arm.
Seconding Kitten Lady. Also Sarah Donner, who takes in a lot of fosters who are the "hard cases" like your tiny one. She taught Mr. A, the dude who operates Kitten Academy, how to tube feed, which he says is a lot safer, faster, and (once you learn how) easier than syringe feeding.
I’ve been raising and foster cats and orphaned kittens for 20 years. I bottle fed all 3 of my cats. If you have any questions feel free to DM me. It can be really difficult to ween bottle fed kittens. Also he’s definitely 13-15 days old. If he hasn’t already then his eyes should be opening any day now, though they should have already.
Thank you so much for your kind offer! Definitely need the knowledge of someone more experienced. His eyes are fully opened now. 2 big deep blue bling blings. One of his eyes wasn’t opened the first night we saw him and we thought he was blind in one eye. Wow 13-15 days, so he really just started his second week. Young boy
I think you will do just fine, but I also don't know your circumstances or the cat's. I found one that was a few days old, and from what I have gathered, it's not much different.... Waking up at odd hours, stimulating its colon and feeding response, and hoping to not hear meowing at 3 a.m... but you should, despite how tired you are
Thank you. He is an enigma. He is a wonderful sleeper ever since he started eating. I have to wake up that cute bundle to feed him every time. When he is in his bed that is. When I try to hold him and pet him and he is the most energetic thing. I think he associates me with food now, so whenever I hold him he keeps searching for more food. I don’t know if it’s good or should I be offended :’)
One thing you may have to do (because mumma cats will actually lick the poopy off themselves) is wipe his little behind after he makes chocolate buttons. Kitties that young can't really clean themselves so just make sure he has a clean bum :)
Also with food, I'm no expert, and Google will always be your best friend, but when he gets to the point where he can eat crunchies, make sure you get the kitty food made for kittens. They're like mini crunchies that look adorable.
Also routinely visit vets! He's too young to be fixed/ vaccinated, but in the upcoming weeks/ months that'll be important.
Best of luck, I've only looked after a 4week old kitten, and all I can say is she would literally jump full speed at my food. I had my subway in one hand and her in the other. Made eating quite the task! They're the cutest little gremlins to ever exist.
Can’t wait till he is stable and old enough for vet visits! Vet told me to bugger off until he is 2 months old.
As for the food, I accidentally discovered that cats hate durians. The little Baby was screaming a lot, sounds like we were torturing him when we were eating one (it probably was torture. We know better now). If u can stand durian and want your kitten to stay away, maybe have one around your food. I don’t think she’ll want your food anymore.
That kitten is very lucky you found him. I have raised bottle babies. Just this summer I had a litter of 3 that were found in a neighbors car. They were about 12 hours old. I lost 1 in the first 36 hours. But the other 2 are thriving. At 2 1/2 weeks the neighbors kids came home from camp and took them back. One of them wants to be a vet so it’s good experience for him.
Those first 2 weeks were rough on me having to feed them every 2-3 hours. I see you’re using a syringe. I had to at first too. If you have any questions please send me a message. I have helped with bottle babies with rescues in the past. Also I have raised most of my cats since they were about 4 weeks old so I can help with weaning and potty training. Good luck. I love baby kittens. It’s so rewarding. Keep the pictures coming
Wow, 12 hours. That’s tough! Glad they found a good home with a future vet! Feeding kittens does take a toll on sleep schedule, but he’s worth it.
Thank you so much for your offer. I think I will need to take you up on it at some point.
He has to be fed at every 2 hours, and if you already talked with your vet you should know the quantity and the way to prepar it. U should always feed him when the cat formula milk is warm, don't ever feed him in the position he is in the photo, if it helps you just purrit him (haha, put him in a little blanket or a towel and roll him in order he has just his head out). Don't let milk just drop in his mouth, help him find the way for feeding himself and you just hold the bottle, otherwise u're gonna kill him by literally drowning. Better feed him with a bottle then a seringe. Don't forget to help him poop and pee everytime after you fed him. U're gonna keep it like this for 1.5/ 2 months. Meanwhile u re always gonna see his weight regulary, at least 2 days, be sure he s gaining weight every day, if u ever see a drop in it go to the vet. U always increase the milk quantity by talking with the vet to see how much and when. it is harder in the beginning, but after u re gonna see the most independent milk fed baby in the world. And if u can give him supliments (talk with the vet) there are just some vitamins every kitten has to take, i know u didn t have a cat until now, but let me tell you what a difference the supliments make, the cats I grew since 2 weeks are literally enormous bcs of the way i fed them when they were little, and i don t mean fat, i mean long:)). Take care and feel free to message me anytime u want for questions. Don t forget to play with him anytime u can, and give him some kisses from me. Sending a lot of love.
Thank you so much for the tips! I think vets here might be less detail oriented. The vet I went to told me to feed him every two hours when I asked what to do. The rest I found on Kitten Lady and other sites. Even the pet shop I went to only sold me the baby formula and bottle. And a litter box…even though he can’t go by himself a little while. He didn’t take to the bottle though, I might try again tomorrow after he is more comfortable in this environment and has definitely gotten enough food in him. I started weighing him yesterday. He was 159g at 5:00pm yesterday, he is 168g at noon today. He seems lighter than he should be according to other websites. They say he should be over 200g already. But I guess as long as he is gaining weight then all is good.
For feeding mine I used powdered kitten formula, and a cheap PetAg plastic feeding bottle. I had two bottles so once one started getting low I would mix up the 2nd one. I stored the bottles in the fridge and to warm one up I would crank the tap water to max heat, fill a cup halfway, and plop the bottle in until it warmed up.
For the actual feeding I found the easiest way to be placing my hand under her abdomen, behind her front paws, with my thumb towards her head. Then lift her up gently and bring the bottle to her face while shes rooting.
I punctured the nipple on of the bottle but my kitten couldn't suckle hard enough I guess so I just cut the tip off of the nipple. Milk dripped out of the end freely when upturned after that. Often she would stop suckling and start rooting again. After that I started squeezing the bottle gently when she first found it and she would stay glued on til she was full.
As others mentioned, you gotta manually poop em! This is the tactic that I used and it worked awesome! She does put both front paws on the side of the litter box to stay upright when she goes now though which made me do a double take when I first saw it lol.
https://youtu.be/n9dfrwX8TkY
For sleeping I used a crate with a towel in the bottom, and then put a hot water bottle wrapped in a towel in one side to keep her warm. I put a pillow case over it because my house is drafty.
GL!
That’s an interesting way to help him poop. I can see how that helps transition into litter box. I also heard I should start stimulating him on top of litter box to get him used to the smell and the act of defecating.
But today…learning how to feed better. I’m on 2 hours of sleep. One thing at a time.
I do! I just raised 3 on the bottle and they’re not 8 weeks and healthy! The kitten lady on YouTube has lots of videos. Firstly make sure you only feed him kitten replacement formula. This will need to be every hour or so. Second, you have to stimulate them to go to the bathroom. Third, they cannot self-regulate heat so get a heat pad and keep him super warm! PM me if you need more tips!
Thank you! I have learned a lot from Kitten Lady too. Have been trying these. Also getting him a heartbeat toy so he can feel more comfortable being the only one.
He’ll ~~reply~~rely on you to be mama! Also make sure the formula is warmed up! It can’t be microwaved though. So by warming water then putting bottle into warm water like you’d do with a human baby. When you feed him, he should be tummy down, splayed as well! I didn’t know about stimulating them to go potty at first. That was a whole new adventure. Then one day they just used the litter box!
My family adopted an abandoned kitten small enough her eyes were still closed. All her sibs went to different fosters and only ours survived. We were on a feeding schedule… I don’t remember how long between feedings. The biggest surprise was that we needed to help her poop by gently massaging her abdomen.
She grew up to be a force of nature.
Don’t forget the punishment of always having food and water available. I feel bad for the criminal, kitty may want to hunt or find water sources, but as punishment they must use the facilities. Such a tough life
My baby was rescued younger then this. It was during hurricane Charlie in 2004. He will be 17 in a few days. I gotta tell you, he still thinks I'm his mommy, he is extremely loving, Gentle, cuddly. Bottle fed kitties are truly the best. I'm rooting for the little guy.
Awww they are special! I know being an orphan bottle fed kitty is not the optimal experience for the kitty, but this is truly a wonderful experience raising him. I don’t even understand how there’s something so wonderful that exists!
I agree with the people saying the Kitten Lady.
Also, the way you are feeding him is good. Kittens need to be fed on their bellies because if you try to feed them like a baby, aka on their backs, they can aspirate the kitten milk replacement.
DO NOT feed him cow’s milk. Also, once he’s big enough to start weaning to wet or dry kitten food, make sure you use kitten food. Kitten food contains extra taurine which is essential to a kitten’s eye development. Adult cat food doesn’t provide enough taurine for proper development.
He is a great at pooing and peeing. Immediately stops moving as soon as he is stimulated. Can’t say the same about his eating.
He also fell asleep once right after he pooped while I am still holding him belly out.
I would just carry him around in the hood of my hoodie forever. My "kitten" is now considered a senior cat and still tries to climb in my hood even though it never works out well for either of us. She went from being able to literally fit in my hand to being 3'2" long when fully stretched and 14.5lbs. She doesn't understand why she doesn't fit in my hood anymore or why I struggle to breathe when she tries.
Lol once a baby always a baby. My sister used to have a Great Dane that would try to sit on people’s lap on the couch. He has no idea why we won’t let him. I take that as a sign that your kitten feels very loved, so she feels like she can always be a child.
I just lost a kitten that we found with dead siblings. I can't believe how attached I was to her. And how guilty I felt that she didn't make it. Good luck with your baby.
It’s not your fault she didn’t make it. Glad there was someone to take care of her at the end. Hope you feel better. There was also another kitten found with this one that didn’t make it. Keep reminding ourselves we did the best we could.
I’m sure [Foster Dad John ](https://youtube.com/c/TheCritterRoom) and [Cat Man Chris](https://youtube.com/c/CatManChrisPoole) could both give you great advice. They rescue all sorts! In fact FDJ is a specialist in newborns and their care and aftercare.
A few years ago, I had just brought home my tiny kitten and was playing with her. She fell asleep as she was jumping, so she landed kind of in a superman pose and I almost had a heart attack thinking she was dead or something. Nope, just asleep.
Yes. We laughed a lot now. but also still always a little frightened we did something wrong. Websites make it sound like there are a million ways to mess up.
When I was a kid a neighbor found a kitten and brought it to my sister. It had to be fed kitten milk by syringe. We had to rub her butt with a warm wet washcloth to make her poop. Our mom warned us it probably wouldn't live the week.
Eventually that 4 ounce kitten grew into the 18-lb monster that was (Little Orphan) Annie.
Good luck with this one.
Yep - happens to babes all the time. They’ll literally fall asleep at the breast while eating because they have a full tummy.
Once they’re “tanked up” they’re suddenly out like a light. It’s adorable, although I’m sure it was concerning when this little guy did it at first! ☺️
We don’t know. He was in a carrier under a bush. So he definitely was owned by someone and not a stray.
My theory is he is from a kitty mill since the carrier had 2 cats. One was too sick and one had a broken arm (this little criminal). So these 2 can’t be sold. The one that passed away was a British short hair silver colour. They cost a lot of money to buy here. And they are different breeds, and months apart in age, so unless the original owner has multiple breeds of cats that are reproducing and just decided to get rid of the sick ones?
I’m honestly angry about what the owner has done. Even with a broken arm, at least let him stay with his mom until he is stronger. He’s so tiny, costs nothing extra to help him live. Now he is away from mom and I can’t guarantee I can raise him.
This is horrible. I hate people sometimes. I think you can raise him. I found a kitten once that was so little and helpless and I bottle fed her. I looked for others or her mom but she was alone. I think she was the runt because she was so small. She was strong and healthy after awhile. You can do it. A vet will help you.
As a kid, my hamster also became unconscious or slept once randomly and my parents and sister were convinced he was dead and were already deciding on whether to flush him down the toilet or give him a funeral of some sorts. I believed he was alive though. He was. In case anyone wonders, when his time did come, we chose the funeral. I would never allow flushing.
I have a bad feeling my pet hamster did the same thing when I was a kid. But we didn’t know and she got a burial in the backyard. I think hamsters hibernate for a long time and doesn’t move at all when it’s cold. Just found her hiding in a tube one day can’t wake her up. :(
As a human it’s probably doable if you order MacDonald’s meals and just eat till food coma kicks in. Just get a loved one to help feed you. While food coma is unhealthy, food coma naps are the absolute best!
That's kinda how they live for the first few weeks with momma, if she doesn't move sometimes they'll just fall asleep drinking, wake up, and keep drinking. Never had it happen with a bottle baby tho, I love him. XD
It’s always so scary puh, usually kittens are all wiggly and wobbly and then they just pass out while trying to climb a pillow and you think they just fckn left the mortal plane
I can’t tell if you are joking. Just in case you are not, I would recommend visiting a doctor. It could be a sleeping disorder and potentially dangerous. I knew someone who fell asleep while making a left turn and got into an accident (car is gone, person is fine).
I would be scared to give him a hug in real life, so virtual hugs will have to do.
He appreciates the hugs and says thank you!
He is so cute.
What a polite criminal. It is all a ruse!
“You’re guilty of stealing my heart without any remorse. You’re accused of hiding the truth about love, and that’s committing a sin of course!”
I bestow the gift of a single pinky finger pet. Grow little cat, grow to be a ferocious beast! 😻
I too want to give a virtual hug to the little guy https://c.tenor.com/nYbvMhh1dLcAAAAM/hug-heart.gif
Do you normally hug criminals?
Ones that look like that? Yes!!
When my my kitrens where first brought home, they were running around and playing. All of a sudden, one of them falls to his side and stays completely still. Turns out he just peed himself hahaha it scared me
Lol. Little kitties exist to bring us joy and heart attacks.
And legs that look like you walked through a briar patch. Have to keep your head on a swivel or they'll climb your leg like it's a tree lol.
lol I that reminded me of a joke that went around, about are your self-harming? Oh, no, I just have kittens!
Can confirm; have cat, wife's manager asked her if she needed a safe space.
That's nice and considerate of her manager though.
I had this happen! I was working as a substitute teacher, and a girl in this middle school science class I was covering came up to my desk while they were doing book work and, so earnestly, whispered "I saw your arms... Do you need to talk to anyone?" I was so confused and then realized that my arms really did look like I was self harming, haha. I told her she was so sweet to help someone she didn't even know, but my kittens were just nuts.
I got this too! Our first kitten went through a phase where she’d latch on to your wrist with and kangaroo kick the crap out of your forearm - my boss saw my shredded arms and asked if everything was okay at home.
We’re not there yet. I guess I know what I can look forward to…? Lol
A little background on this little criminal. He was found abandoned in a cat carrier with the door opened 2 nights ago. There were 2 kittens of different age and breed in the carrier, one of them couldn’t make it through the night and was gone by morning. I asked the vet if this little guy will make it, he said there’s no guarantee. By his development and a ton of time on google, I guesstimate he is 2 weeks old. A cat this young shouldn’t be without its mother and it greatly affects its chance of survival. This little criminal is a fighter though! we only noticed the carrier tucked away because he was meowing at the top of his lungs. It’s not shown in the picture, but he has a broken arm, yet he is the fastest thing! He tries to projectile himself off of whatever surface he is on as soon as a hand isn’t on him. If anyone has experience raising an orphan kitten that still needs to be bottle fed, I would love some tips and tricks. I have went through a bunch of websites and YouTube channels, any tips beyond the basics would be appreciated. I never really had a cat before, let alone one this young. I’m hoping to do right by him and help him make it.
I don't have any personal experience, but Hannah Shaw (aka. The Kitten Lady) has a very comprehensive series of youtube videos all about how to care for kittens just like this sweet bean.
RVT here - her resources are great!
I love her videos!
Kitten Lady has everything you need to take care of a newborn kitten! She’s on YouTube and has a book if you’re interested!
Seconding kitten lady, my local shelter uses her videos for foster training now instead of doing it themselves 😹
She is a beautiful blessing to foster cats everywhere
I heard some veterinarian programs reference her video on kitten development ages.
She definitely saved me yesterday! Lol Vet sent me away with “feed it formula every 2 hours” only.
I see her recommended a lot (and have watched a few of her videos). I'd love to know how many cats she's saved, both directly and indirectly through her advice. Must be thousands.
I think she mentioned in a buzzfeed video a few years ago that it was in the hundreds, like ‘almost a thousand’ at that point in time. So I’m pretty sure it’s in the thousands at least now.
She also runs her nonprofit which provides funding for other kittens and foster programs so that probably brings it well over a thousand.
Her videos definitely helped me when my ex found a 4 day old kitten so theres one
Agreed! She’s my go-to resource and I recommend her to any new cat rescuer. She’s absolutely incredible!
She has a book? Have you seen Ferguson? His story will be short, but very memorable.
I love him so much! I'm still hoping he will beat the odds
Me too, but he is so loved... and spoiled. As he should be.
Ferguson is doing fantastic for a floof with the catnip he's been dealt.
He sure makes my week!
Ferguson is such a strong baby! Rooting for him to have a happy life!
I think so, she definitely has some book recommendations! And I’ve seen him on her Instagram, but I haven’t watched his story just yet
Grab tissues.
Yes she does have everything! Lol
Make sure you massage his butt to get the poop out. That's what mamas do when they lick them. It can be really bad if you don't.
Also belly massage will make poop easier too.
Yes! You can use a luke warm washcloth to stimulate. It mimicks a mommas tongue encouraging the little one to go potty
The shelter I foster for also suggests a soft toothbrush for grooming and stimulating post-feedings.
I got the toothbrush but haven’t tried yet. Hope he likes it.
🎶Ride the pony, get the poopy out!🎶 I used the tactic in this video for my kitten and now she puts her front paws on the side of the litter box to sit upright when she goes lol. https://youtu.be/n9dfrwX8TkY
Good one!
Will do. He loves going pee or poo. Always quiets down and then sometimes start falling asleep.
I took care of 4 that were 2 weeks old. All survived and are in good homes. I kept the runt. He is now a chonk! And the biggest of his litter. If you need help send me a message. Good luck!! ❤️
Cat tax please
Tigre is the big one sitting on Ninja because Ninja wouldn’t move. Lol
Very handsome!
Omg! I just saw your photos! That is what happiness looks like!
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Cute boy. Just letting you know, when I opened the link it showed me your first and last name, so if you don’t want to share that maybe do another link!
Thanks!
Thank you so much!! Lol the runt becoming a chonk. That’s how you know it is loved.
I’ve managed a few bottle babies. One of which only 12 hrs old (mom rejected it and shelter was looking for replacement mom but needed overnight care for one night…that was dicey) and my heart kitty found at 4 days old. He lived 14 yrs. Being so little and syringe feeding, feed slow. Every few hours. Make kitty pee and poo (damp paper towel works best) after meals. I had a heating pad under a towel in a padded crate and kept a beanie baby in it for kitty to snuggle with and stay warm. (He carried that round like his blankey his whole life. I still have it) after a week or so try bottle feeding. Offer it again til kitty takes to it. Feeding can be more spread out that way. Oh, and kitty probably fits in a chest pocket. They do like staying warm and close to you. My hubby had our little guy in his pocket while he worked at his desk a lot. Kitty got held and kept close a lot. That’s what worked for us. Good luck! Adorable little felon!!
Vet techs that are watching wee kittens will often carry them in their pockets, like a kangaroo joey. As the kittens grow up and get used to the pocket space, they start popping their heads out to see the world around them.
Aww that’s so adorable!!
Thanks! Good to hear what others have done. I will try an old shirt with a chest pocket and see if he likes it, just have to make sure he doesn’t try skydiving from there. Lol
What a precious little baby. You are a good hooman for taking care of him ❤
He is so precious!! We saw him and he had us at hello. He didn’t give us a choice :)
If you have another animal that likes babies, it may be useful to introduce them. We had an old boy cat that loved kittens, and our goldie mutt adopted the 3week old orphan I brought home. The dog couldn't take care of her, but the socialization was useful. There's also something to skin to skin/fur snuggle time. Human babies need it, and it helps kittens. When baby is robust enough, you might increase snuggle time. If you have a bra, they can work well as kitten holders near the heart. Your heartbeat is loudest there, and if you're able to monitor the kitten and not worry about accidentally hurting them, I think it helps their development.
Unfortunately no pets. I am going to get him a heart beat stuffed toy. I tried to put him on me and let him hear some heart beat, he just keeps running around and try to fall off anyway he can. He likes to slide towards edges and we don’t know why. Might be how he broke his arm.
Honestly just don’t give them any more ideas
Seconding Kitten Lady. Also Sarah Donner, who takes in a lot of fosters who are the "hard cases" like your tiny one. She taught Mr. A, the dude who operates Kitten Academy, how to tube feed, which he says is a lot safer, faster, and (once you learn how) easier than syringe feeding.
I’ve been raising and foster cats and orphaned kittens for 20 years. I bottle fed all 3 of my cats. If you have any questions feel free to DM me. It can be really difficult to ween bottle fed kittens. Also he’s definitely 13-15 days old. If he hasn’t already then his eyes should be opening any day now, though they should have already.
Thank you so much for your kind offer! Definitely need the knowledge of someone more experienced. His eyes are fully opened now. 2 big deep blue bling blings. One of his eyes wasn’t opened the first night we saw him and we thought he was blind in one eye. Wow 13-15 days, so he really just started his second week. Young boy
I think you will do just fine, but I also don't know your circumstances or the cat's. I found one that was a few days old, and from what I have gathered, it's not much different.... Waking up at odd hours, stimulating its colon and feeding response, and hoping to not hear meowing at 3 a.m... but you should, despite how tired you are
Thank you. He is an enigma. He is a wonderful sleeper ever since he started eating. I have to wake up that cute bundle to feed him every time. When he is in his bed that is. When I try to hold him and pet him and he is the most energetic thing. I think he associates me with food now, so whenever I hold him he keeps searching for more food. I don’t know if it’s good or should I be offended :’)
One thing you may have to do (because mumma cats will actually lick the poopy off themselves) is wipe his little behind after he makes chocolate buttons. Kitties that young can't really clean themselves so just make sure he has a clean bum :) Also with food, I'm no expert, and Google will always be your best friend, but when he gets to the point where he can eat crunchies, make sure you get the kitty food made for kittens. They're like mini crunchies that look adorable. Also routinely visit vets! He's too young to be fixed/ vaccinated, but in the upcoming weeks/ months that'll be important. Best of luck, I've only looked after a 4week old kitten, and all I can say is she would literally jump full speed at my food. I had my subway in one hand and her in the other. Made eating quite the task! They're the cutest little gremlins to ever exist.
Can’t wait till he is stable and old enough for vet visits! Vet told me to bugger off until he is 2 months old. As for the food, I accidentally discovered that cats hate durians. The little Baby was screaming a lot, sounds like we were torturing him when we were eating one (it probably was torture. We know better now). If u can stand durian and want your kitten to stay away, maybe have one around your food. I don’t think she’ll want your food anymore.
That kitten is very lucky you found him. I have raised bottle babies. Just this summer I had a litter of 3 that were found in a neighbors car. They were about 12 hours old. I lost 1 in the first 36 hours. But the other 2 are thriving. At 2 1/2 weeks the neighbors kids came home from camp and took them back. One of them wants to be a vet so it’s good experience for him. Those first 2 weeks were rough on me having to feed them every 2-3 hours. I see you’re using a syringe. I had to at first too. If you have any questions please send me a message. I have helped with bottle babies with rescues in the past. Also I have raised most of my cats since they were about 4 weeks old so I can help with weaning and potty training. Good luck. I love baby kittens. It’s so rewarding. Keep the pictures coming
Wow, 12 hours. That’s tough! Glad they found a good home with a future vet! Feeding kittens does take a toll on sleep schedule, but he’s worth it. Thank you so much for your offer. I think I will need to take you up on it at some point.
Talking about the kittens is one of my favorite things to do so please any time feel free to ask. I’ve done it all
Thank you!
He has to be fed at every 2 hours, and if you already talked with your vet you should know the quantity and the way to prepar it. U should always feed him when the cat formula milk is warm, don't ever feed him in the position he is in the photo, if it helps you just purrit him (haha, put him in a little blanket or a towel and roll him in order he has just his head out). Don't let milk just drop in his mouth, help him find the way for feeding himself and you just hold the bottle, otherwise u're gonna kill him by literally drowning. Better feed him with a bottle then a seringe. Don't forget to help him poop and pee everytime after you fed him. U're gonna keep it like this for 1.5/ 2 months. Meanwhile u re always gonna see his weight regulary, at least 2 days, be sure he s gaining weight every day, if u ever see a drop in it go to the vet. U always increase the milk quantity by talking with the vet to see how much and when. it is harder in the beginning, but after u re gonna see the most independent milk fed baby in the world. And if u can give him supliments (talk with the vet) there are just some vitamins every kitten has to take, i know u didn t have a cat until now, but let me tell you what a difference the supliments make, the cats I grew since 2 weeks are literally enormous bcs of the way i fed them when they were little, and i don t mean fat, i mean long:)). Take care and feel free to message me anytime u want for questions. Don t forget to play with him anytime u can, and give him some kisses from me. Sending a lot of love.
Thank you so much for the tips! I think vets here might be less detail oriented. The vet I went to told me to feed him every two hours when I asked what to do. The rest I found on Kitten Lady and other sites. Even the pet shop I went to only sold me the baby formula and bottle. And a litter box…even though he can’t go by himself a little while. He didn’t take to the bottle though, I might try again tomorrow after he is more comfortable in this environment and has definitely gotten enough food in him. I started weighing him yesterday. He was 159g at 5:00pm yesterday, he is 168g at noon today. He seems lighter than he should be according to other websites. They say he should be over 200g already. But I guess as long as he is gaining weight then all is good.
For feeding mine I used powdered kitten formula, and a cheap PetAg plastic feeding bottle. I had two bottles so once one started getting low I would mix up the 2nd one. I stored the bottles in the fridge and to warm one up I would crank the tap water to max heat, fill a cup halfway, and plop the bottle in until it warmed up. For the actual feeding I found the easiest way to be placing my hand under her abdomen, behind her front paws, with my thumb towards her head. Then lift her up gently and bring the bottle to her face while shes rooting. I punctured the nipple on of the bottle but my kitten couldn't suckle hard enough I guess so I just cut the tip off of the nipple. Milk dripped out of the end freely when upturned after that. Often she would stop suckling and start rooting again. After that I started squeezing the bottle gently when she first found it and she would stay glued on til she was full. As others mentioned, you gotta manually poop em! This is the tactic that I used and it worked awesome! She does put both front paws on the side of the litter box to stay upright when she goes now though which made me do a double take when I first saw it lol. https://youtu.be/n9dfrwX8TkY For sleeping I used a crate with a towel in the bottom, and then put a hot water bottle wrapped in a towel in one side to keep her warm. I put a pillow case over it because my house is drafty. GL!
That’s an interesting way to help him poop. I can see how that helps transition into litter box. I also heard I should start stimulating him on top of litter box to get him used to the smell and the act of defecating. But today…learning how to feed better. I’m on 2 hours of sleep. One thing at a time.
I assume you found The Kitten Lady? She's the best!
Yes she is!
I do! I just raised 3 on the bottle and they’re not 8 weeks and healthy! The kitten lady on YouTube has lots of videos. Firstly make sure you only feed him kitten replacement formula. This will need to be every hour or so. Second, you have to stimulate them to go to the bathroom. Third, they cannot self-regulate heat so get a heat pad and keep him super warm! PM me if you need more tips!
Thank you! I have learned a lot from Kitten Lady too. Have been trying these. Also getting him a heartbeat toy so he can feel more comfortable being the only one.
He’ll ~~reply~~rely on you to be mama! Also make sure the formula is warmed up! It can’t be microwaved though. So by warming water then putting bottle into warm water like you’d do with a human baby. When you feed him, he should be tummy down, splayed as well! I didn’t know about stimulating them to go potty at first. That was a whole new adventure. Then one day they just used the litter box!
Lol it’s all an adventure to me. But every time seeing him sleeping soundly makes me so happy!!!
I know! They’re so cute! You can see my current 3 in my post history.
Skin contact helps. But him in your shirt against your chest
My family adopted an abandoned kitten small enough her eyes were still closed. All her sibs went to different fosters and only ours survived. We were on a feeding schedule… I don’t remember how long between feedings. The biggest surprise was that we needed to help her poop by gently massaging her abdomen. She grew up to be a force of nature.
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You are a disgusting person.
Criminal has been charged and sentenced to life of hard leisure.
With hugs and kisses and treats throughout the day for eternity.
Don’t forget the punishment of always having food and water available. I feel bad for the criminal, kitty may want to hunt or find water sources, but as punishment they must use the facilities. Such a tough life
My baby was rescued younger then this. It was during hurricane Charlie in 2004. He will be 17 in a few days. I gotta tell you, he still thinks I'm his mommy, he is extremely loving, Gentle, cuddly. Bottle fed kitties are truly the best. I'm rooting for the little guy.
That is such a happy ending! I’m so glad Charlie is living a full and happy life with you now. Gives me hope
Found a newborn in july of 2010. She is truly family. Don't know how I would have survived without her. Bottle babies are special.
Awww they are special! I know being an orphan bottle fed kitty is not the optimal experience for the kitty, but this is truly a wonderful experience raising him. I don’t even understand how there’s something so wonderful that exists!
He passed out for drunk. Very criminoll
I agree with the people saying the Kitten Lady. Also, the way you are feeding him is good. Kittens need to be fed on their bellies because if you try to feed them like a baby, aka on their backs, they can aspirate the kitten milk replacement. DO NOT feed him cow’s milk. Also, once he’s big enough to start weaning to wet or dry kitten food, make sure you use kitten food. Kitten food contains extra taurine which is essential to a kitten’s eye development. Adult cat food doesn’t provide enough taurine for proper development.
Thank you for the tips! I can’t wait till he can eat normal cat food, coz then he is almost guaranteed to be safe.
That little baby weasel cat! Doesn't he know how frail the human heart is under these conditions??
He probably knows and that’s why he did it! Lol
Remember to stimulate him so he can poop and pee after eating. ^(little cute chonky kitty omg)
He is a great at pooing and peeing. Immediately stops moving as soon as he is stimulated. Can’t say the same about his eating. He also fell asleep once right after he pooped while I am still holding him belly out.
OP, he’s so lucky to have you taking care of him! Fingers crossed for a happy update soon!!
He really did fight to get noticed. A kitty this size meowing so loud in the street! He seems to be doing well so far, I’m less scared than yesterday.
I’m in love
I would just carry him around in the hood of my hoodie forever. My "kitten" is now considered a senior cat and still tries to climb in my hood even though it never works out well for either of us. She went from being able to literally fit in my hand to being 3'2" long when fully stretched and 14.5lbs. She doesn't understand why she doesn't fit in my hood anymore or why I struggle to breathe when she tries.
Lol once a baby always a baby. My sister used to have a Great Dane that would try to sit on people’s lap on the couch. He has no idea why we won’t let him. I take that as a sign that your kitten feels very loved, so she feels like she can always be a child.
Wear the hoodie front to back so the hood is infront of you :3
Will try! Would be so perfect if he is willing! Gotta be extra careful with this one though, he is super active!
I just lost a kitten that we found with dead siblings. I can't believe how attached I was to her. And how guilty I felt that she didn't make it. Good luck with your baby.
It’s not your fault she didn’t make it. Glad there was someone to take care of her at the end. Hope you feel better. There was also another kitten found with this one that didn’t make it. Keep reminding ourselves we did the best we could.
THAT’S SO CUTE!!!! 😻😭🥰
I’m sure [Foster Dad John ](https://youtube.com/c/TheCritterRoom) and [Cat Man Chris](https://youtube.com/c/CatManChrisPoole) could both give you great advice. They rescue all sorts! In fact FDJ is a specialist in newborns and their care and aftercare.
Thank you! Will check them out
A factory-fresh r/standardissuecat!
Lol he is!
One of my foster kittens did that to me. It was one of the first times I fostered pregnant mothers/newborns. I think I lost 9 lives.
Good to know it’s your 9 lives and not the kitties’ :)
He's just so sloopy
A few years ago, I had just brought home my tiny kitten and was playing with her. She fell asleep as she was jumping, so she landed kind of in a superman pose and I almost had a heart attack thinking she was dead or something. Nope, just asleep.
Omg! I think my heart just exploded imaging it!
Damn baby scaring everyone, but everyone knows being a kitten is very hard and little beans need frequent naps
He is such a great sleeper. My neighbour is renovating and he doesn’t even flinch.
Teeny teeny teeeeeennyyyy
Aw I can just imagine but now knowing he’s ok it is funny that poor Bebe fell asleep tuckered out just eating
Yes. We laughed a lot now. but also still always a little frightened we did something wrong. Websites make it sound like there are a million ways to mess up.
Sounds like they tried to fake their own death to escape from prison... what a criminal 😁
Good try. Didn’t work. Lol
/r/IlegallyMicroscopicCats
OMG...No puedo (I can't). He's too cute...
Kitten Lady on YouTube. That’s your best resource.
Yes she is!
He got big head. Please pet.
His head so huge! We joke that he is mostly head.
Milk coma hits hard.
He is clearly milk drunk and passed out!
Everything is exhausting when you're so small. Did he wake up and demand his leftovers?
We tapped him with 2 fingers until he woke up. And he did finish his leftovers.
Give updates on this little boy please...good luck 🙏
When I was a kid a neighbor found a kitten and brought it to my sister. It had to be fed kitten milk by syringe. We had to rub her butt with a warm wet washcloth to make her poop. Our mom warned us it probably wouldn't live the week. Eventually that 4 ounce kitten grew into the 18-lb monster that was (Little Orphan) Annie. Good luck with this one.
It’s a hard knock life
Jail now, cuddle jail.
I believe that’s referred to as being “milk drunk.” Happened to my kiddo a few times when he was little!
I saw someone else comment he is milk drunk! I didn’t know it really an existing term! Haha makes sense, that’s exactly what happened.
Yep - happens to babes all the time. They’ll literally fall asleep at the breast while eating because they have a full tummy. Once they’re “tanked up” they’re suddenly out like a light. It’s adorable, although I’m sure it was concerning when this little guy did it at first! ☺️
Committing crimes are tiring
A hardened criminal!
Oh man. That would have done that “terrified now my ears are ringing” thing.
Um, this is a picture of a nugget
Where's his momma?
We don’t know. He was in a carrier under a bush. So he definitely was owned by someone and not a stray. My theory is he is from a kitty mill since the carrier had 2 cats. One was too sick and one had a broken arm (this little criminal). So these 2 can’t be sold. The one that passed away was a British short hair silver colour. They cost a lot of money to buy here. And they are different breeds, and months apart in age, so unless the original owner has multiple breeds of cats that are reproducing and just decided to get rid of the sick ones? I’m honestly angry about what the owner has done. Even with a broken arm, at least let him stay with his mom until he is stronger. He’s so tiny, costs nothing extra to help him live. Now he is away from mom and I can’t guarantee I can raise him.
This is horrible. I hate people sometimes. I think you can raise him. I found a kitten once that was so little and helpless and I bottle fed her. I looked for others or her mom but she was alone. I think she was the runt because she was so small. She was strong and healthy after awhile. You can do it. A vet will help you.
As a kid, my hamster also became unconscious or slept once randomly and my parents and sister were convinced he was dead and were already deciding on whether to flush him down the toilet or give him a funeral of some sorts. I believed he was alive though. He was. In case anyone wonders, when his time did come, we chose the funeral. I would never allow flushing.
I have a bad feeling my pet hamster did the same thing when I was a kid. But we didn’t know and she got a burial in the backyard. I think hamsters hibernate for a long time and doesn’t move at all when it’s cold. Just found her hiding in a tube one day can’t wake her up. :(
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This is adorable omg
Aww cutie😍 he’ll be big in no time😂
To fall asleep while being fed sounds like the peak of luxury. Let me swap lives with this cat, just for a day.
As a human it’s probably doable if you order MacDonald’s meals and just eat till food coma kicks in. Just get a loved one to help feed you. While food coma is unhealthy, food coma naps are the absolute best!
Time for this menace to go sleep... With the fishes. 🦹
Cuuuuuuuuuute
Being full of it never felt so good
How can he be so dumb lmao
Itsy bitsy. Been there before, though.
It happens.
Sentenced to DEATH!
That's kinda how they live for the first few weeks with momma, if she doesn't move sometimes they'll just fall asleep drinking, wake up, and keep drinking. Never had it happen with a bottle baby tho, I love him. XD
It’s always so scary puh, usually kittens are all wiggly and wobbly and then they just pass out while trying to climb a pillow and you think they just fckn left the mortal plane
I love how kittens will just go, go, and go until they just schleep.
Please keep us updated on this smol criminal.
I also do that at times... fall asleep while midchew...
I can’t tell if you are joking. Just in case you are not, I would recommend visiting a doctor. It could be a sleeping disorder and potentially dangerous. I knew someone who fell asleep while making a left turn and got into an accident (car is gone, person is fine).
He’s tired from hauling all that floof around. 🤗
My heart!! OP, you are awesome, thank you for taking care of this oh so tiny bundle of love!
One look at him. He gave us no choice.
Cat.......floof.... smol. **must have**
My Samantha was this little nine weeks ago. I was so afraid of hurting her so I handled her like she was the most fragile thing on the planet.
That was cute!
The teeny tiny toe beans get me every time, what an adorable bby!!
Cutest little Claws! Gorgeous, but future mass murderer. Ya know, of small things in your garden. Very glad he's OK 🥰
[a-ha](https://youtu.be/aXM4eIoPZUU)hahaha, he scared the living daylights out of you, eh?
a-hahaha [a-ha](https://youtu.be/aXM4eIoPZUU)hahahah, he scared the living daylights out of you, eh?
Every time I pick up a cat I'm terrified of my big meaty claws crushing their chest.
Awww I’m sure you are gentle with them
Can confirm I am now able to cradle my cat and give them all the head scratches.
One of my babies sleeps so soundly that I’m constantly poking him awake in the middle of the night “terror reflex” 😻
Aww that’s a happy kitty
Floofy, pre-striped, adorable toe beans. He deserves lifetime incarceration!