How Do You Take Care Of Abandoned Newborn Kittens?
Mother cats provide seemingly effortless, optimum care for their newborns, but if their expert care isn’t available, kittens end up struggling to survive. Fortunately, abandoned newborns can be successfully reared by surrogate parents who keep them warm, feed them appropriately, keep them clean, and provide a nurturing environment. Consult a veterinarian if the kittens show any signs of illness in case they pose a health risk to you or your other pets. Place a thick layer of newspaper in the bottom of a box, and then line it with a bath towel. Fill the hot water bottle with warm water, and wrap it with the hand towel or a similar cloth. Place a medium-size stuffed animal in the box with the hot water bottle to simulate a mother cat. Place kittens in the box and cover the box with a second bath towel (or similar cloth) to make it dim and to hold in heat. Mix milk formula according to the directions on the package. You can find formulas appropriate for kittens at pet stores or through a
