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We're getting to that time of year when flowers bloom and animals give birth. It was one late spring, in fact, that we ended up with an extraordinary kitten we found at the bottom of a faux pillar (long story). He was so tiny, he fit in the palm of my hand. Of course, we named him Lucky. We fed him from a bottle and he not only survived but lived a long (if not uneventful ~ another long story) life. But not all baby animals are so fortunate. Here are some pointers about what to do should you find stray kittens (story with some very useful links): http://www.care2.com/causes/7-things-to-do-if-you-find-stray-kittens.html
Also, if you find a very young kitten (I'm not sure the age at which this is no longer true), you should know this: They cannot poop or pee on their own. Their mother stimulates this reflex by licking the area under their tails, from the front back. The best way to simulate this is with a warm damp washcloth or other soft cloth (that you don't mind getting dirty and having to wash every time!). Be aware that, like human babies, as long as a kitten's on a liquid diet, its poops will reflect that fact. Trust me on this. I know from experience.
Also, if you find a very young kitten (I'm not sure the age at which this is no longer true), you should know this: They cannot poop or pee on their own. Their mother stimulates this reflex by licking the area under their tails, from the front back. The best way to simulate this is with a warm damp washcloth or other soft cloth (that you don't mind getting dirty and having to wash every time!). Be aware that, like human babies, as long as a kitten's on a liquid diet, its poops will reflect that fact. Trust me on this. I know from experience.
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