Newborn kittens shouldn’t be handled right away if the mom is present and caring for the kittens. They need this initial bonding time before you step in to handle them. You can always check with your vet to find out a good timeline for when to hold kittens. As a general rule of thumb, you can stand holding them after they’ve made that initial connection with the mom and the other kittens in the litter. When you do start holding them make sure you only do so for short periods of time in the presence of the mother. You shouldn’t let others handle the kittens until they are at least four weeks old. Keep it to just you and immediate family members in your household. When holding the kittens remember to support their entire body as you would a baby. Talk to your vet clinic Santa Rosa, CA for more information.
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