How old is George the 9 month old kitten?
I have a 9 month old male/neutered kitten I adopted from the SPCA at 8 weeks old named “George.” He is a very unique guy (aren’t they all unique in their own ways?)
Why was my 9 month old kitten in the hospital?
He has a few toys but I’m nervous about toys because in early December he ate a piece of a toy and ended up having emergency surgery to remove the blockage in his duodenum (first part of the small intestine). He was so sick and was in the hospital for three days (the longest three days of my life!)
Is it OK to smack a 9 month old kitten?
Do NOT EVER smack him! That’s teaching him to fear you and associate you with abuse. Most of what you’re experiencing is normal behavior, but the extent of it is a bit much. I would advise you to invest in some toys that are interactive (DaBird is a great toy!)
When is it easier to deal with kittens?
Kittens are a lot easier to deal with when they have another kitten or cat with a similar energy level for them to play rough with. This is actually a very very common problem for people that have one kitten/young cat or have a kitten and another cat that wants nothing to do with the new kitten.
What are the most common questions about cats?
Find the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about cats, including questions about litter box training, grooming, behavior, aggression and everything in between. What Is the Difference Between Cat Hair and Fur? What Are Polydactyl Cats? Should You Allow Your Cat to Go Outside? Can My Spayed Cat Still Be in Heat?
How old does a cat have to be to have kittens?
Just treat her like the queen that she is — literally. The process of a mama cat getting ready to have kittens is called “queening.” A female cat can get pregnant when she’s as young as 4 months old, unless she’s been spayed to prevent that.
When is the best time to take care of a kitten?
In addition, you should consider a kitten’s various stages of development when caring for her: Under eight weeks of age. At this early age, a kitten should still be with her mother and litter mates. Because kittens this young are unable to regulate their own temperatures, they rely on one-another’s body heat to survive.
When do you find out if your cat is pregnant?
Ultrasound can confirm a pregnancy after day 16. Ultrasound cannot tell you how many kittens your cat is carrying. X-rays can determine the number of kittens to expect, but they are not always accurate.
Can a 6 month old kitten eat all the time?
Kittens should be fed as much food as they want. At this age, they’re growing and need lots of calories. It really isn’t possible to overfeed them! As for the wet food, vets are often poorly trained in nutrition and many still buy into the myth that dry food is better for dental health.
