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Hi everyone,
At what age should I begin to feed the kittens regular foods - and what are the foods I should be feeding them?
Right now they are only 2 weeks old and I know it is too soon - but I like to be prepared.
I have to say, they are adorable. Almost all of them have their eyes open now and just today began trying to walk. Hilarious to watch. All previous concerns (eyes, fleas) have been addressed and they seem to be doing very well. We have decided to keep 2 of them and the Mom (we took a pregnant stray in) and have them all spayed/neutered and properly vaccinated. I would keep them all if I didn't think 5 cats was a bit much for a small home!
I do have a question about this - we probably would not qualify for low income spay/neuter programs - yet the cost of having 3 done at the same time will be very difficult on our budget - does anyone know of programs to help out when you are not in the low income bracket? We will get it done no matter what - but trying to do it at a minimum cost would be wise as well.
Also - does anyone recommend vaccinating them yourself or should you always go through a vet? I have read online that sometimes people do it themselves for a lower cost. Any opinions on this?
Anyway - we're willing to do whatever we need to, of course - but just looking at all the options!
Thanks for your help,
Tami
At what age should I begin to feed the kittens regular foods - and what are the foods I should be feeding them?
Right now they are only 2 weeks old and I know it is too soon - but I like to be prepared.
I have to say, they are adorable. Almost all of them have their eyes open now and just today began trying to walk. Hilarious to watch. All previous concerns (eyes, fleas) have been addressed and they seem to be doing very well. We have decided to keep 2 of them and the Mom (we took a pregnant stray in) and have them all spayed/neutered and properly vaccinated. I would keep them all if I didn't think 5 cats was a bit much for a small home!
I do have a question about this - we probably would not qualify for low income spay/neuter programs - yet the cost of having 3 done at the same time will be very difficult on our budget - does anyone know of programs to help out when you are not in the low income bracket? We will get it done no matter what - but trying to do it at a minimum cost would be wise as well.
Also - does anyone recommend vaccinating them yourself or should you always go through a vet? I have read online that sometimes people do it themselves for a lower cost. Any opinions on this?
Anyway - we're willing to do whatever we need to, of course - but just looking at all the options!
Thanks for your help,
Tami