My newborn kitten's cord is on. How do I care for it properly?

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I’m hand rearing a newborn kitten I think he was born Thursday Friday time as his cord is still on his belly I just need another advice on what to do. I’ve had him since Saturday n he seems to be doing well he’s getting his milk through a bottle and he’s pooping and weeing regular it’s just i don’t know if I’m doing everything right that’s all and I’d rather be safe then sorry. Pet's info: Cat | British Shorthair | Male | unneutered

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Tiger is adorable! Can you post a picture of the chord? If it is long I would use a piece of thread to tie it off 1/2 cm from his belly and trim the excess off. The small stump will dry up and fall off. He should be kept warm with a heating pad on low and have the ability to roll off the heating pad if he wants until 3 weeks of age. He should be fed every 2-3 hours until 3 weeks of age. After every feeding he needs to be stimulated to urinate and defecate by gently rubbing his anus and genitals with a soft wet with warm water towel. Kitten formula can cause constipation. If that develops try mixing 2 different brands of formula together and adding extra water. I do recommend early weaning in bottle fed kittens due to the GI issues with formula. So around 3-4 weeks start canned kitten food mixed with the formula. Good luck!

My newborn kitten's cord is on. How do I care for it properly?

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