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Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Pictures of the Kittens!
The kittens turn 5 weeks old tomorrow! They are getting really active now! I know I put a lot of pictures on here but I couldn't help it! They are sooo cute!
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Scarlet Vomited
Ugh. I don't know what's wrong with Scarlet but she vomited twice today. She hasn't eaten since 2 pm which is good I guess, if she is just going to vomit it back up. She slept in the corner under my desk for awhile today. If she isn't feeling better tomorrow, I will take her to the vet.
I hope she gets better.
I hope she gets better.
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Kitten Behavior 101
I thought I would just post some information I have learned in the last few days. As you may know, I have a litter of four kittens who turned 4 weeks old yesterday. My biggest is 1 pound 4 ounces and my smallest is right at one pound. The difference is huge when you are talking about little kittens even though it sounds miniscule.
It's a good idea to watch if the kittens go into the box and you happen to be there. I know it sounds gross but watching them poo and pee tells you how everything is working and looking at the poo, can tell you how they might be doing health wise. Anyway, I saw that Spot was in the litter box meowing very loudly-almost as if she were in pain. I watched her and her poo seemed to come out fine (ugh, I know-it's gross) she didn't strain, there was no blood, etc. Today I asked some of my more experienced friends and one of them told me that the kitten could have some gas that caused pain when she was trying to eliminate.
So, when I got home today, I massaged all of them in a downward motion to try to help the gas come out. My friend told me that sometimes mother cats will do that if their kittens are meowing like that.
I learned another lesson today, just now in fact. I was getting fresh food and water for the kittens and mama cat for the evening. All the kittens were asleep in their little bed except Sunset. I bring in wet food every few hours but I haven't been giving them the dry baby cat food very often because Scarlet eats it.
I weigh the kittens each evening and I noticed that Spot and Sunset haven't gained very much in the last two days. Sunset and Spot are both a little more shy and reserved. I think the reason why they haven't gained that much is that they want to eat alone. Sunset ate and ate and ate some more when it was just her at the big plate of food.
I think what I am going to do in the morning is offer them all food on their own little plates. We use lids from butter containers, etc. They work really well.
It's a good idea to watch if the kittens go into the box and you happen to be there. I know it sounds gross but watching them poo and pee tells you how everything is working and looking at the poo, can tell you how they might be doing health wise. Anyway, I saw that Spot was in the litter box meowing very loudly-almost as if she were in pain. I watched her and her poo seemed to come out fine (ugh, I know-it's gross) she didn't strain, there was no blood, etc. Today I asked some of my more experienced friends and one of them told me that the kitten could have some gas that caused pain when she was trying to eliminate.
So, when I got home today, I massaged all of them in a downward motion to try to help the gas come out. My friend told me that sometimes mother cats will do that if their kittens are meowing like that.
I learned another lesson today, just now in fact. I was getting fresh food and water for the kittens and mama cat for the evening. All the kittens were asleep in their little bed except Sunset. I bring in wet food every few hours but I haven't been giving them the dry baby cat food very often because Scarlet eats it.
I weigh the kittens each evening and I noticed that Spot and Sunset haven't gained very much in the last two days. Sunset and Spot are both a little more shy and reserved. I think the reason why they haven't gained that much is that they want to eat alone. Sunset ate and ate and ate some more when it was just her at the big plate of food.
I think what I am going to do in the morning is offer them all food on their own little plates. We use lids from butter containers, etc. They work really well.
Friday, May 1, 2009
No More Homeless Pets Spay/Neuter Clinic May 17
The NMHP FixKC clinics are offered for people who are financially disadvantaged and/or individuals who are dealing with feral or stray cats, or large populations of cats. Individuals must qualify for the FixKC Cat Clinics and appointments are required.
The clinics are in high demand and our appointment books fill quickly. In 2007 we fixed close to 2000 cats!
Interested in learning more? Watch our FixKC Clinic video!
(Please note, there are some graphic images in our video)
Interested in learning more? Watch our FixKC Clinic video!
(Please note, there are some graphic images in our video)
Please call for more information at 816.333.PETS or email us at info@nmhpkc.org
(Appointments are required.)
(Appointments are required.)
KITTENS? Yes, kittens weighing at least 2 pounds, and in-heat or pregnant females, are welcome!
DOGS? Call us. We offer low cost dog spay/neuter programs, too.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE? Yes, financial assistance programs are available. Contact us for more info.
VOLUNTEER? Volunteer Veterinarians, Vet Techs, and clinic helpers needed...it's gratifying, interesting, and fun! Email us at info@nmhpkc.org to sign up.
DONATE? If you'd like to offer financial support and help those who cannot afford to have their pets fixed, please Sponsor a Spay.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Kitten Update!
The kittens turn 4 weeks old tomorrow!
They are just starting to be interested in everything that moves. They haven't started to pounce on anything yet though. I am looking forward to seeing them play more.
I have two boys and two girls and the boys seem to be more advanced at almost everything. The boys started eating wet food first, they started playing first, they started responding and running to me when I walked into the room first. They were just one or two days ahead of the girls.
Today they all started eating dry food-none of them had eaten any yet even though I have offered it a few times. For a few days, the boys have been eating wet food with lots of water in it for two days or so but the girls just started eating it today.
They are just starting to be interested in everything that moves. They haven't started to pounce on anything yet though. I am looking forward to seeing them play more.
I have two boys and two girls and the boys seem to be more advanced at almost everything. The boys started eating wet food first, they started playing first, they started responding and running to me when I walked into the room first. They were just one or two days ahead of the girls.
Today they all started eating dry food-none of them had eaten any yet even though I have offered it a few times. For a few days, the boys have been eating wet food with lots of water in it for two days or so but the girls just started eating it today.
(That is wet food on the toy, just in case you are wondering. She just got done eating and had wet food on her chin...haha...she couldn't figure out how to get it off.)
Saturday, April 25, 2009
It's an Adoption Weekend!
Petsmart is having an adopt-a-thon and you are invited!
We will be there! The dates are May 1-3, the hours vary by which store you go to but we will be there on Friday afternoon, Saturday and Sunday 10-4. Come by and pick up a friend!
We will be there! The dates are May 1-3, the hours vary by which store you go to but we will be there on Friday afternoon, Saturday and Sunday 10-4. Come by and pick up a friend!
Click here for more information.
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