Should 9 week old kittens still be nursing?
9-12 weeks – Some kittens may still be nursing at this age, but can survive without her milk. Nursing is mostly for comfort.
Should 8 week old kittens still nursing?
In most cases, nursing ends when the kitten is 8 to 10 weeks old, but, sometimes, it may last for several months. At 12 weeks, the mother’s milk contains no significant amount of nutrients to the kitten. The transition from milk to solid food is gradual. That is, at the time when the kitten has stopped nursing.
How to adopt a cat from the Humane Society?
Please check that cat’s location before visiting one of our adoption centers. Simply click on the cat you are interested in and its location will be displayed along with a link to complete an adoption application.
Where can I find cats and kittens for adoption?
Find cats and kittens for adoption looking for loving homes at the Michigan Humane Society. You could meet your new best friend at one of our pet adoption centers! To see the cats and kittens up for adoption at the Michigan Humane Society-Livingston County, please click HERE.
How old do kittens have to be before they can be adopted?
Kittens less than 8 weeks old typically do not weigh enough to have spay/neuter surgery (a requirement before they become available for adoption). Because of this, they have to go to a volunteer foster home for a week or two.
Are there pregnant cats and kittens at Heritage humane?
When the weather gets warmer, we will be getting more and more orphaned kittens, pregnant cats, and nursing cats with kittens in. We want to be prepared to provide lifesaving care to these pets and a big part of that is having the right supplies ready and available.
Where can I adopt a No Kill Cat?
MetroWest Humane Society is a no-kill cat adoption shelter. Although we find homes for about 40 rescue cats and kittens every month, there are many adorable kittens and cats that are still looking for a home. Take a look at the profiles below, and also click the link to see more adoptable cats here.
Kittens less than 8 weeks old typically do not weigh enough to have spay/neuter surgery (a requirement before they become available for adoption). Because of this, they have to go to a volunteer foster home for a week or two.
Can you adopt a kitten from MetroWest Humane Society?
At MetroWest Humane Society, our cats and kittens for adoption have been examined by a vet, and if old enough, have all their shots, and have been spayed or neutered. Our goal is to find them a caring, responsible person to give them a loving, life-long home.
Can you keep a kitten at the Animal Humane Society?
Learn more about caring for kittens and moms with kittens. If you absolutely cannot keep the kittens, you can surrender them to AHS. Animal Humane Society veterinarians and staff cannot legally treat or recommend treatment on animals that are owned and have not been surrendered to our organization.
