Kitten a little less vocal and active?

Hi Kristen,

Welcome to TDKland. We’re the furriest forum around.

I’m so glad your wee kit has such a roar. Without you, this wee guy had no chance. I believe he doesn’t roar because someone is paying attention to him now and he feels safe. As long as he is oriented and eating, I wouldn’t worry about him. But he’s your kit so just keep an eye on him.

Kittens will eat as much as they need. KMR concentrate tends to give kits constipation and the liquid does the opposite. Some vets. don’t know about Goats’ milk but here in TDKland, we recommend Goats’ milk for kittens. Cats are lactose intolerant and can’t digest cows milk. Goats’ milk is full of nutrients, probiotics and gentler on their tummies. This can also regulate the poop. You can find it in the dairy section or the concentrate in the baking aisle. Mix the concentrate 1:1 with water or pedylite. If, at any time, they seem lethargic put a dab of Karo syrup or honey in their mouth.

I’m guessing he has a warm snuggly space away from household traffic? If you haven’t already, make a nest for him. He cannot regulate body temperature so he must be kept warm. I think the best way is to place a heating pad, on LOW, covered by a towel and a soft blanket. Be sure to provide a “cool” spot for him to crawl if he gets too warm. I recommend getting him a soft squishy toy and put it in his nest. Wee kits usually snuggle up to the toy. It will give him comfort and extra warmth.

Also, a smidgen of mineral oil in their formula can usually help them poop. You can put a dab of Neosporin on his bum if he gets sore. He needs to poop but he doesn’t know how to do it on his own. Here’s a video showing how to help him poop.

We’re not vets we’re experienced cat meowmies. All the information we’ve gained, we share so please come back if you have other questions.

Here’s another link with good information on raising your wee kits:

http://messybeast.com/handrear.htm

Good Luck
PG