Cat's nipple hurt from nursing. What food can 4-week-old kittens eat?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 6 months and 27 days old
My Cat given birth 4 kittens on 11 Dec 19 exactly month before, while observing her behavior I found that, she is not allowing kittens to nursing from last 3 days from one side of her milk gland. After examining her I can see one of her nipple get hurt by her kittens. What we should do for her to get faster recovery. And kittens have front teeth and back teeth, so dose it okay to start to give them any food and what type of food and which brand you recommend. Please help for all question.
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Published on January 13th, 2020
Thank you for submitting your question regarding Goldie. At 4 weeks of age, the kittens can start eating kitten food. You can offer wet food or dry kibble softened with warm water. This can supplement their nursing. Goldie will need to see her veterinarian if her nupple does not heal soon. I hope this information helps!
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Published on January 10th, 2020
Thank you for submitting your question regarding Goldie. Being so young will place a huge strain on her body. She is trying to support kittens while she herself is still growing. She needs to eat a high quality kitten food. Dry and wet food should be offered. The canned food will provide her with more moisture. This helps to support milk production. Most kittens can start eating solid food between 3-5 weeks of age. I hope this information helps!
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