At this age, the mother is normally bathing the kitten, and the kitten is only drinking the mother's milk. So, it probably has no need for a rough tongue, and those "things" on it's tongue will develop in the coming weeks, I'm pretty certain.
Are you massaging the area around her anus and vaginal area? You may know to do this already, but if not, then her stomack is distended from full bowels. A kitten that young cannot go on their own. The mother cat will do this until all the necessary muscles are strengthened enough to allow...
Also, he could have ripped his nails if he was scrabbling on rocks or a tree branch ( maybe he missed, but ripped the claws) if he was being attacked by another animal...
What an adorable boy. Bless you for taking him in. I have seen injuries to the paws caused by thin string cutting through the skin of the paw. People do not realize that thin thread-like string or rope can act like a knife when the kitty is playing with it, and will slice right through their...
Dan,
Sounds like you are doing a fantastic job, and he has transitioned well. Maybe you are worrying prematurely. Since you seem to keep a close eye on everyone, I've no doubt that you will be aware if your newest cat, Koder, has another episode or flare-up. But, prevention is the best...
Torture, pure torture, when my cat follows me into the bathroom, which is nearly every time. He knows I am pretty much a captive audience, and takes complete advantage of this He will stand up against my leg, begging for MORE pets, or wrap himself around my leg. I HATE, hate, hate that -...
Hi Dan,
I think what you may be forgetting about is your deceased friend's cat is GRIEVING.... He is eating little and sleeping lots out of grief and probably a little depression. You also have to remember that cats do not transition well to sudden changes, and this poor being has been...