Weaning Kittens From Mother Cat. During weaning kittens gradually progress from dependence on a mother s care to social independence. But the weaning period of your kitten usually lasts for about 6 to1 0 weeks.
If your cat has had kittens or you are responsible for an orphan kitten you need to know what to provide and what to do so that the kitten can make this vital step. Gradually the kittens will nurse less and eat more solid food on their own. But the weaning period of your kitten usually lasts for about 6 to1 0 weeks.
If your cat has had kittens or you are responsible for an orphan kitten you need to know what to provide and what to do so that the kitten can make this vital step.
If you ve kept dry food available for mom they ve probably started snacking on it already and have had their first taste of water. Normally the queen or mother cat will handle kitten weaning on her own. During weaning kittens gradually progress from dependence on a mother s care to social independence. The transition from their mother s milk to eating independently is called weaning.
