I just found two kittens in my house today and I have caught them. I kept them in a cage but I don't know what to do with them. What kind of environment do they stay in and what food should i feed them? I'll also appreciate any general tips as i don't want them to die.

According to what some neighbors told me, they eat coconuts and I've given that to them. They seem to be eating it, as of now. However, they are scared of me and always hiss and spit when I try to approach. I don't want to get bitten or scratched, so I keep my distance. (Is there anything I can do to get them closer to me). What I'm giving them now is milk and coconut paste mixed with sardines. I'd really love to hear some tips and advice. Thank you.

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TheDarkGamer:
According to what some neighbors told me, they eat coconuts and I've given that to them. They seem to be eating it, as of now. However, they are scared of me and always hiss and spit when I try to approach. I don't want to get bitten or scratched, so I keep my distance. (Is there anything I can do to get them closer to me). What I'm giving them now is milk and coconut paste mixed with sardines. I'd really love to hear some tips and advice. Thank you.

Cow's milk?
If you giving them cow's milk now, Please don't give them.
Some foods is like poison for cats.

peacefull:


Cow's milk?
If you giving them cow's milk now, Please don't give them.
Some foods is like poison for cats.

Oh thank you. I recognize your name from a cat thread. You said you were from Japan, right? Well, thanks for the advice, any more tips? Especially on taming the cats.

TheDarkGamer:


Oh thank you. I recognize your name from a cat thread. You said you were from Japan, right? Well, thanks for the advice, any more tips? Especially on taming the cats.

Yes, I'm from Japan.
Nice to meet you

In my country, take them to veterinarian clinic and check their health is first.
Vaccinations, neuter, spay is common.

I think your cats still cautious about you.
You need take time.
Cats also need time for make sure if they are in safe with you or not.

So Please don't make them afraid.
Make loud around them is not good.
Try to make them remember your smell and voice little by little.
Please don't try to put your hand from upside now when you wanna touch them.
And when looking at each other without blink is making them feel like you are threatening them.

You can know their feel or mood from their cry, behavior, even tail.

I'm not veterinarian.
So I can only share with you is what I know about cats and from my experience.
But if I can help you, I'm so glad

Are they still afraid about you?
Still keeping them inside cage?

peacefull:


Yes, I'm from Japan.
Nice to meet you

In my country, take them to veterinarian clinic and check their health is first.
Vaccinations, neuter, spay is common.

I think your cats still cautious about you.
You need take time.
Cats also need time for make sure if they are in safe with you or not.

So Please don't make them afraid.
Make loud around them is not good.
Try to make them remember your smell and voice little by little.
Please don't try to put your hand from upside now when you wanna touch them.
And when looking at each other without blink is making them feel like you are threatening them.

You can know their feel or mood from their cry, behavior, even tail.

I'm not veterinarian.
So I can only share with you is what I know about cats and from my experience.
But if I can help you, I'm so glad

Are they still afraid about you?
Still keeping them inside cage?

Thanks for the advice.

Well, I got them on Thursday and today is Sunday. I still keep them in a cage but today was the first time I brought them out. I had their nails cut and tried petting them and stroking their fur. They still try to bite me and they hiss furiously. However, when I finished cutting their claws today, I put them on my lap and tried petting and stroking it from the back (not the front of their face). They hissed and tried to escape but I kept a firm hold on them. Due to the fear, they always shiver when I pet and stroke them but I hope in the following days, they'll start to recognize me.

I have a vet check them this week but is it necessary to neuter them as they are both females?

Also what kind of food do they love most?

How do I introduce my scent to them?

Lastly, anything to stop the biting?

TheDarkGamer:


Thanks for the advice.

Well, I got them on Thursday and today is Sunday. I still keep them in a cage but today was the first time I brought them out. I had their nails cut and tried petting them and stroking their fur. They still try to bite me and they hiss furiously. However, when I finished cutting their claws today, I put them on my lap and tried petting and stroking it from the back (not the front of their face). They hissed and tried to escape but I kept a firm hold on them. Due to the fear, they always shiver when I pet and stroke them but I hope in the following days, they'll start to recognize me.

I have a vet check them this week but is it necessary to neuter them as they are both females?

Also what kind of food do they love most?

How do I introduce my scent to them?

Lastly, anything to stop the biting?

hahaha! that is not shivering when stroking them, its purring. when they are purring, it means they are happy. for now, you should reduce contact until they are comfortable with you, just give them food and water. cats are lactose intolerant meaning cow milk is a poison to them. the sardine is good but you should know cats are among the animals called obligate carnivores meaning they depend 95% on meat especially on the protein called taurine, if you are not too sure, you can go to a vet store and buy a dry cat processed food as they don't eat much it will last.

explosiveskull:

hahaha! that is not shivering when stroking them, its purring. when they are purring, it means they are happy. for now, you should reduce contact until they are comfortable with you, just give them food and water. cats are lactose intolerant meaning cow milk is a poison to them. the sardine is good but you should know cats are among the animals called obligate carnivores meaning they depend 95% on meat especially on the protein called taurine, if you are not too sure, you can go to a vet store and buy a dry cat processed food as they don't eat much it will last.

Thanks for the advice. But I'm pretty sure about the shivering. It's not that they are cold though but maybe it might be purring too. I'll look into that. What kind of human food can I feed it?

TheDarkGamer:


Thanks for the advice. But I'm pretty sure about the shivering. It's not that they are cold though but maybe it might be purring too. I'll look into that. What kind of human food can I feed it?

most human food is poisonous to cays such as onions, any beverage containing cocoa. paracetamol will kill a cat instantly. cats like I said before, cats are obligate
carnivores and require mostly protein.
Their git is not suited for human food.

explosiveskull:
most human food is poisonous to cays such as onions, any beverage containing cocoa. paracetamol will kill a cat instantly. cats like I said before, cats are obligate
carnivores and require mostly protein.
Their git is not suited for human food.

Alright, I get you. However, don't forget that these are feral kittens. They probably have been surviving on small animals like birds , so is it okay to give them such animals once in a while? Along with their cat feed too?

TheDarkGamer:


Alright, I get you. However, don't forget that these are feral kittens. They probably have been surviving on small animals like birds , so is it okay to give them such animals once in a while? Along with their cat feed too?

the best feeding is that as they will have access to crude and natural protein.

explosiveskull:

the best feeding is that as they will have access to crude and natural protein.

Okay thanks. Any advice in order to make them get closer to me?

How to stop your cat from biting.
https://veterinarymedicineechbeebolanle-ojuri..com/2019/02/cats-training-your-cat-to-stop-biting.html

explosiveskull:

hahaha! that is not shivering when stroking them, its purring. when they are purring, it means they are happy. for now, you should reduce contact until they are comfortable with you, just give them food and water. cats are lactose intolerant meaning cow milk is a poison to them. the sardine is good but you should know cats are among the animals called obligate carnivores meaning they depend 95% on meat especially on the protein called taurine, if you are not too sure, you can go to a vet store and buy a dry cat processed food as they don't eat much it will last.

How to stop your cat from biting.
Depending on why your cat is biting, there are several things that you can do to help curtail this unwanted behavior. However, consistency is key, and you can’t view biting as cute one time, and they reprimand your cat the next time they bite you because you send mixed signals that’ll confuse your cat.

As with any unwanted behavior from your pets, training your cat to stop biting follows several basic principals. These are the same principals that you follow for any pet that has bad habits that you’re trying to break.



https://veterinarymedicineechbeebolanle-ojuri..com/2019/02/cats-training-your-cat-to-stop-biting.html

Echbee:
How to stop your cat from biting.
https://veterinarymedicineechbeebolanle-ojuri..com/2019/02/cats-training-your-cat-to-stop-biting.html

Thanks

TheDarkGamer:

Okay thanks. Any advice in order to make them get closer to me?

They will come around once they are comfortable with you.

TheDarkGamer:
I just found two kittens in my house today and I have caught them. I kept them in a cage but I don't know what to do with them. What kind of environment do they stay in and what food should i feed them? I'll also appreciate any general tips as i don't want them to die.

How to take care of cats..
https://veterinarymedicineechbeebolanle-ojuri..com/2019/01/veterinary-medicine-how-to-prepare-for.html

Feeding cats!! can use dry or wet food. Home made meals are also ok especially if balanced. Cats need more of protein especially animal based protein, less carbs, less veggies and regular supply of fresh cool water.
Start of your feral cats on sardines,boiled and mashed with rice . Cat can also be fed a mix of jute stew with crayfish and mackerel added to eko( cooked pap). The protein must make up 75% of the meal ,and add coconut oil to the meal. Coconut oil will aid digestion as well as make the coat of cat shiny.
https://veterinarymedicineechbeebolanle-ojuri..com/2020/07/home-made-cat-food.html

TheDarkGamer:
I just found two kittens in my house today and I have caught them. I kept them in a cage but I don't know what to do with them. What kind of environment do they stay in and what food should i feed them? I'll also appreciate any general tips as i don't want them to die.

TheDarkGamer:


Thanks for the advice.

Well, I got them on Thursday and today is Sunday. I still keep them in a cage but today was the first time I brought them out. I had their nails cut and tried petting them and stroking their fur. They still try to bite me and they hiss furiously. However, when I finished cutting their claws today, I put them on my lap and tried petting and stroking it from the back (not the front of their face). They hissed and tried to escape but I kept a firm hold on them. Due to the fear, they always shiver when I pet and stroke them but I hope in the following days, they'll start to recognize me.

I have a vet check them this week but is it necessary to neuter them as they are both females?

Also what kind of food do they love most?

How do I introduce my scent to them?

Lastly, anything to stop the biting?

Oh! Ok!
But I think touch them like that is still early
Need more time.
Hiss and shiver is proof.
They are still not make sure if they are in safe or you are not their enemy.

I meant not touch them from upside now is from face(head)side.
And from back side, also not good now.
Now they are trying to bite you is I think they are defending.

Before you trying to touch them, they also need time to know where is their safe place now.
They need to know about their home now.
They maybe will hide, but just give them time.
They will come out from hide place little by little and check that place(your house)by themselves.
When time will come, they will come close to you.
When they will try to come close and wanna check you, hold out your hand or a finger but keep distance, they maybe will try to smell it first.

Please just give them more time.
If you did something they don't want it now, they will remember you like a mean person

About food, cats also like a human.
I mean every cats have different character.
You will know what is their favorite food.
But I think cat food is best food for them.
Because everything calculated about nutrition for cats.

Keep their good health is one of most important owner of pet's responsibility.
So Please if you had time, I want you to check which food is like poison for cat before you give them food.

In my country, neuter and spay is very common.
Reduce in heat, risk of some sick, unwanted pregnancy, marking etc.
I don't know about Nigeria
Is there not common?

TheDarkGamer:


Okay thanks. Any advice in order to make them get closer to me?

Try leaving a piece of clothing you have worn before in their cage
Like a wrapper or something. That'll introduce them to your scent and make them feel a little bit more comfortable around you because of the familiar scent

TheDarkGamer:
I just found two kittens in my house today and I have caught them. I kept them in a cage but I don't know what to do with them. What kind of environment do they stay in and what food should i feed them? I'll also appreciate any general tips as i don't want them to die.

kittens need more of milk few heavy foods. They can start eating heavy food from three to four months. Note wild cats appear bigger than they age. Feed them milk for two weeks then feded them with fish and see their reactions.

femekpe:


Try leaving a piece of clothing you have worn before in their cage
Like a wrapper or something. That'll introduce them to your scent and make them feel a little bit more comfortable around you because of the familiar scent

Thanks for the advice, I'll try it.

Echbee:
Feeding cats!! can use dry or wet food. Home made meals are also ok especially if balanced. Cats need more of protein especially animal based protein, less carbs, less veggies and regular supply of fresh cool water.
Start of your feral cats on sardines,boiled and mashed with rice . Cat can also be fed a mix of jute stew with crayfish and mackerel added to eko( cooked pap). The protein must make up 75% of the meal ,and add coconut oil to the meal. Coconut oil will aid digestion as well as make the coat of cat shiny.
https://veterinarymedicineechbeebolanle-ojuri..com/2020/07/home-made-cat-food.html

Wow, good to know. Just finished feeding them with some mashed chicken and animal blood tonic mixed with water. I'll keep your advice in mind.

peacefull:


Oh! Ok!
But I think touch them like that is still early
Need more time.
Hiss and shiver is proof.
They are still not make sure if they are in safe or you are not their enemy.

I meant not touch them from upside now is from face(head)side.
And from back side, also not good now.
Now they are trying to bite you is I think they are defending.

Before you trying to touch them, they also need time to know where is their safe place now.
They need to know about their home now.
They maybe will hide, but just give them time.
They will come out from hide place little by little and check that place(your house)by themselves.
When time will come, they will come close to you.
When they will try to come close and wanna check you, hold out your hand or a finger but keep distance, they maybe will try to smell it first.

Please just give them more time.
If you did something they don't want it now, they will remember you like a mean person

About food, cats also like a human.
I mean every cats have different character.
You will know what is their favorite food.
But I think cat food is best food for them.
Because everything calculated about nutrition for cats.

Keep their good health is one of most important owner of pet's responsibility.
So Please if you had time, I want you to check which food is like poison for cat before you give them food.

In my country, neuter and spay is very common.
Reduce in heat, risk of some sick, unwanted pregnancy, marking etc.
I don't know about Nigeria
Is there not common?

Thanks.
I think I know their feeding pattern now and what they like to eat.

They aren't getting any closer to me though. I'll heed your advice and let them get accustomed to me first. Today is their fourth day with me, so I'll let them be for about two weeks.

The smell though, I don't know if I'm meant to bathe or clean them. They don't stink though but they have this particular smell.

Spaying and neutering is common in Nigeria. But they are females, does that work on them too?

Also since I've gotten them, I've put them in their cages and only brought them out once to cut their claws and pet them but they just run away from me and hide in all kinds of places. So should I just leave them in their cages until they start to like me?

femekpe:


Try leaving a piece of clothing you have worn before in their cage
Like a wrapper or something. That'll introduce them to your scent and make them feel a little bit more comfortable around you because of the familiar scent

Alright thanks. I'll do that ASAP.

harmargedon:
kittens need more of milk few heavy foods. They can start eating heavy food from three to four months. Note wild cats appear bigger than they age. Feed them milk for two weeks then feded them with fish and see their reactions.

Noted.

Then lastly, I've found their last sibling and I want to take it in too, should I keep it together with the other kittens? Maybe the more the merrier?

TheDarkGamer:
Then lastly, I've found their last sibling and I want to take it in too, should I keep it together with the other kittens? Maybe the more the merrier?

Don't see any reason not to
Just make sure you take them to get dewormed and vaccinated soon
And try letting them in your house too so they can get accustomed to living as housecats
I once had a cat before but her curiosity made her fall into open septic tank and die
Just make sure you observe them well because their curiosity tends to get the better of them

Would love to see their pictures

TheDarkGamer:


Thanks.
I think I know their feeding pattern now and what they like to eat.

They aren't getting any closer to me though. I'll heed your advice and let them get accustomed to me first. Today is their fourth day with me, so I'll let them be for about two weeks.

The smell though, I don't know if I'm meant to bathe or clean them. They don't stink though but they have this particular smell.

Spaying and neutering is common in Nigeria. But they are females, does that work on them too?

Also since I've gotten them, I've put them in their cages and only brought them out once to cut their claws and pet them but they just run away from me and hide in all kinds of places. So should I just leave them in their cages until they start to like me?

I'm happy now!
You know their food

Fourth day with you?
I think they are getting know about you.
Cats also have character.
So some cats take long time, some cats not take long time.

What about just open their cage and watch them?
Maybe they will come out little by little by themselves?
When they hide, give them time.
After some time, what about play with them?
Use like string? You can keep distance but if they like it, you can play with them.

When they are hungry, what about bring them food?
Keep distance and watch them?
I know some cats refuse to eat food.
But at least they are eating now?

Some peoples bath them, brush their teeth etc.
They are kitten, but not too small like a baby?

Yes.
In my country, spaying is very common.
You need to ask about it veterinarian who knows and can treat cats very well.

I really hope you and they will close to each other soon!!

If my talking is meaningless or useless, I'm very sorry.

peacefull:


I'm happy now!
You know their food

Fourth day with you?
I think they are getting know about you.
Cats also have character.
So some cats take long time, some cats not take long time.

What about just open their cage and watch them?
Maybe they will come out little by little by themselves?
When they hide, give them time.
After some time, what about play with them?
Use like string? You can keep distance but if they like it, you can play with them.

When they are hungry, what about bring them food?
Keep distance and watch them?
I know some cats refuse to eat food.
But at least they are eating now?

Some peoples bath them, brush their teeth etc.
They are kitten, but not too small like a baby?

Yes.
In my country, spaying is very common.
You need to ask about it veterinarian who knows and can treat cats very well.

I really hope you and they will close to each other soon!!

If my talking is meaningless or useless, I'm very sorry.

I love this

TheDarkGamer:


Thanks.
I think I know their feeding pattern now and what they like to eat.

They aren't getting any closer to me though. I'll heed your advice and let them get accustomed to me first. Today is their fourth day with me, so I'll let them be for about two weeks.

The smell though, I don't know if I'm meant to bathe or clean them. They don't stink though but they have this particular smell.

Spaying and neutering is common in Nigeria. But they are females, does that work on them too?

Also since I've gotten them, I've put them in their cages and only brought them out once to cut their claws and pet them but they just run away from me and hide in all kinds of places. So should I just leave them in their cages until they start to like me?

They're usually shy when brought into a new environment so just let them adjust and get used to your house instead of caging them
But limit it to one room at first
Bathe them with lukewarm water and odourless shampoo if you have but only water if you don't. Remember they're feral cats so they might not have had a bath before. Wear protective clothing on your hands because they will definitely scratch
As for the smell, I think that's their excrete get a deep tray and fill it halfway with dry sand or cat litter cats are hygienic so they only go where they can bury their excrete. It also helps if you put it somewhere that people don't go to often
Change the sand every few days or when you notice smell