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This article is from the Care of
Orphaned Kittens FAQ, posted to rec.pets.cats newsgroup.
Maintained by Sharon Talbert with numerous contributions by
others.
007. Maintenance
Weigh the kitten on the first day and re-weigh and record the kitten's
weight at least every other day. Use a postage scale or food scale or
baby scale (the bathroom scale is not going to cut it). Observe the
kitten's daily progress closely. if there is failure to thrive, weight
loss, signs of distress, lassitude, or change in body temperature,
consult your veterinarian at once. Be alert for changes in behavior;
if a newborn kitten persistently crawls away from the nest or (in the
case of a litter) seems always to be on its own, consult your
veterinarian at once.
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