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How do I socialize a scared, biting 5-week-old rescued kitten?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 30 days old | 0.55 lbs

I have just rescued a wild kitten of 5 weeks in my back yard she was crying for 3 days abandoned by mother i take it in feed it meos but when try to get closer her she runs away and hide and when she comes out and i try to pet her she bites what do i need to do ?

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Answered By Sara Farmer, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 16th, 2018

Make sure she has her own safe space so she doesn’t become overly stressed (a large dog crate with food, water and litter box is perfect). Make sure all meal times are interactive and distract with food or treats when you’re trying to make physical contact. Take it slow and eventually she will become used to you being around. This website has some good tips: http://www.urbancatleague.org/TamingFerals

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