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My cat won't feed her newborn kitten. What's the best way to help?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | 2 days old | 0 lbs

Hello my cat gave birth to 4little ones 3days ago, 3 of them died today morning ! She refuses to feed them please help what can I do to save the little cat left

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on April 21st, 2018

You should probably separate him from the mother, you will need to buy kitten milk replacer (you can get it from any pet shop) and feed him every 2 hours during daytime and every 4 hours at night. you will also need to keep him warm, especially at nighttime.

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