When To Worry??!

[Bella08]

Yup just one little squirt. And surprisingly he’s the average weight for a newborn actually is on the smaller side. Mom is acting completely fine and calm!

 

[golondrina]

The little one in post N° 16 seems to be black and then in post 17 seems the same colour as his mom. So I thought there were two kitties. Nevermind mom and her baby are fine and that is what matters.

 

[Bella08]

I used flash for one picture! His back had a thick black stripe down it which makes him seem darker! While his face and feet have typical tabby stripes!

 

[Bella08]

I have a question about mama cats behavior. She has not stopped meowing since delivery. Not only that but she keeps trying to move the baby out of teh box and either next to me or pushes him closer to herself. She’s also constantly leaving him and seeking attention from me. I’m not sure why she’s constantly meowing as her needs are being met and she’s can go wherever she’s please. Any insight??!

 

[Bella08]

She’s lets him nurse fine and even coaxes him to nurse even if he just ate.

 

[Sarthur2]

Mama cats typically act this way the first 2-3 days because their hormones are still in high gear. She should calm down more each day. In the meantime, spend as much time as you can with her. She needs praise and comforting.

 

[Bella08]

Ah thank you! I was worried something was wrong with her that I couldn’t see! She’s been getting loads of attention today! It sucks because she’s going to be alone for a couple hours tomorrow if school doesn’t get cancelled so hopefully she’ll be good by herself

 

[Bella08]

Baby is doing great and so is mama! She still meows every so often but was quieter today. One issue is mom seems too persistent for bath time. She’s constantly licking him and his butt, she’s also waking him up and you can tell he’s tired, is there a way to stop the persistent licking? There are of course times when they’re sleeping perfectly but she’s very keen on hygiene.

 

[Sarthur2]

She’s just loving him. This should settle down more soon too. Mama cats are normally cleaning several little bottoms instead of just one. Make sure his does not get raw. If it does, put coconut oil on it. It’s non-toxic.

 

[Bella08]

Ok great! Thank you for being so helpful I feel clueless lol!! His bottom doesn’t look too red or irritated so I think all is well!! He needs a name still so any suggestions are welcomed!!!!

 

[m3rma1d]

He needs a name still so any suggestions are welcomed!!!!

Uno!

 

[Bella08]

6 day old update! He is doing amazing! Growing and eating like a champ! It was a rough few days but mom has gotten the hang of it and is such an attentive mom! I’ve been calling him Gatsby I’m not sure if it’ll stick but I like the sound of it!

 

[Sarthur2]

He’s adorable! Thanks for the update!

 

[Bella08]

Feel like there should be an update on Gatsby!!! He’s now 7 weeks old! But at 2 weeks his mom stopped producing milk so we’d reached out to a family friends who fosters kittens and she bottled fed him until 6 weeks! But he’s doing amazing and is a little jerk

 

[golondrina]

Many thanks for the update. I have wondered about him but couldn't remember the title of your post. He is adorable and I'm very happy he is doing so well.

 

[Bella08]

Many thanks for the update. I have wondered about him but couldn't remember the title of your post. He is adorable and I'm very happy he is doing so well.

I’ve been meaning to update ever since he left for his foster home but kept forgetting!! He’s such good kitten, loves people and snuggles!! It’s crazy how much he’s changed in the last 5 weeks it’s like he’s a totally different cat! I’ll be a yes to ups update more he’s matures!

 

[talkingpeanut]

How is his mom doing? Have you been able to book her spay?

 

[Bella08]

How is his mom doing? Have you been able to book her spay?

His momma is doing amazing!! Her spay appointment is for February 10th! She sadly doesn’t recognize him but accepted him.