I had two kitty’s from breeders, but since we found your channel we switched to rescue and shelters! We are also starting to foster. Thank you kitten lady!
I can’t wait till I start fostering animals. When I’m older I want to volunteer at our local shelter and foster some animals to help. I also want to be an all around vet. So instead of working on one category I’ll work on all animals. Especially since where I live we don’t have many vets that specialize in exotic animals. Thanks for being an inspiration!😁😁
I know you don't do this, but in case anybody needs it stated directly: Don't put the lid on the large clear plastic bin! The kittens need to breathe. Also, when finding a sturdy low sided food and water dish, make sure its human food grade stainless steel. The stainless steel used in some pet dishes can be made with cheaper low grade steel that has nickel in it, which can be toxic.
I agree, Ideoform. I had poked holes through a similar plastic bins, with young kittens, and it still wasn't enough ventilation for them... and they began to pass out. Fortunately, I caught it in time. Also, thick glass dishes (like Pyrex) can work well with kittens.
thank you!! my aunt’s stray just had her first litter a week ago and when they’re 6 weeks old I’m going to be “adopting” one, and I wasn’t aware of the stainless steel thingy so thank you for that
We've fostered kittens/cats in basically every place we've lived in my sophmore year in college, including an apartment during a summer internship. All I had was a bedroom to myself and I still fostered 6 kittens in the 10 weeks I was there!
How did you manage to do that? I have to also go to school so I can’t always be with them so how did you manage to take care of the kittens during school?
@@aloo597 you mean online school? or actual school- in my country we are quarantined right know. we managed to adopt a fostered kitten. so i think they take care of it by their breaks of if he or she doesn't have school.
@@hannabobanafofana mine is nonstop 8:30-3pm!!!! its a terrible schedule because classes are back to back but i enjoy being at home 😅 i’m not allowed to foster so i just research rn
The box tops on the boxes that have blank printer paper in them make excellent throw away litter trays. I volunteer at our local shelter during the summer (I am a university student) and we love having them. It is so quick and very useful. And many offices have many of them that they can give you.
When you mentioned the teddy mum thing with the heartbeat to comfort them I started crying because they were separated from their real mum. But you're amazing.
My mother told me I can foster kittens whne I turn 12! My birthday is Jan. and coming soon! This video is a lifesaver for me since my mom said I have to pay for everything and have to have the space for it! Thank you so so so much kittenlady! And yes, I have done lots of research (And watched other videos from you) so I know what to do. Thanks again! Edit: We rescued three kittens but only two made it.. Using what you have taught me to help the other two!
I have a cat named Miming. We found her in an abandoned house alongside her 3 siblings. I really wanted to keep them however I didn't know how to. Luckily, I found your channel and got tips from there. They've been through a lot and honestly they could've not made it if I hadn't stumbled upon your channel. Unfortunately, the 3 didn't last long and Miming was the only left. Ever since, I always watch your videos on how to take care of kittens and I just say that it is truly helpful. ♥️ Love from the Philippines
stuffed animals with heartbeats are so wonderful! We got my rabbit a snuggle puppy when her mate passed away, and it was really helpful and comforting for her ♥️
Hannah, I'm a cat lover and we currently have cats in a small apartment. It is very cat friendly with cubbyholes in an Ikea cube shelving unit, a cat tree, and plenty of places to sleep. I have been considering fostering kittens for a long time, but I always thought I'd need a house and a spare room. Now that I've discovered your channel, I am addicted to your videos. I love how you are encouraging cat lovers to become cat advocates and be a part of the solution. I can totally see us becoming set up to foster kittens some day. I am work at night and my wife works during the day, and I have a flexible schedule.... which means someone is almost always home at all times. In other words, I think this would be right up our alley. I'm going to let this idea simmer and stew for a while and see what becomes of it but if I end up being serious about it, I know where to go for resources! Thank you for doing what you do.
I want to help but my mom isn't 100% on board yet so I'm setting up a little presentation to show her how easy it will be, thanks for inspiring me kitten lady!
My friend started fostering and the first litter of 6 kittens that he has is still continuing in his foster home but one recently just got spayed and will be on her way to be adopted soon. He is fostering for IACS (Indianapolis Animal Care Services). I watched this video and told my friend everything, It helped so much thank you for making this video!!!
I rescued a kitten two days ago from the humane society in my town and I love her so much I named her Iris and you totally inspired me to get a kitten.
Can you teach us how to deal with kitten that scratch and bite all the time? If you would make a video that would really help cause I have a kitten that loves to scratch and bite me.
Kittens that are raised alone don't understand that scratching and biting can hurt. Kittens that are raised along side older cats or siblings learn how to play without hurting. If you are fostering kittens then that shouldn't really be a concern since you aren't keeping them, so it makes sense that she didn't talk about it. If you intend to keep the kitten then you'll be more interested in raising and training it, so you should look elsewhere.
@@tyliwoodrow2774 my cat isn't playing anymore. He is the oldest cat he was raised alone but after a few months we got him a sibling they got along so well.. But unfortunately one day. His sibling died. And now he started to be aggressive.. To my family sometimes. But next week we will be able to get his new sibling we adopted. Hopefully he will stop being aggressively biting my hand..
I think fostering a lonely kitten might result in this, just like Tyli woodrow said!! I have fostered a lonely kitten and no matter how much i taught him not to bite or scratch, he can’t seem to help it!! He’s very energetic and plays all the time!! 😅💔
My question is... WHERE DO I FIND kittens / cats?! Lol trouble in paradise ..I live in a city in Sweden and we only have ONE cat ”shelter”and they do actually find lost cats/ homeless (about only 100 per year).. but its a Good thing. But still.. There is larger animal shelters in big cities but yeah. I think I’m gonna volunteer for the cat shelter in my city.. but I have to be a “member” and support their team and pay 28$ a year. But it’s worth it though :)
You could look online for organizations in other countries that bring strays to countries like yours, where demand is higher than the supply. I'm currently visiting my dad in Cyprus and there's a colony here with 200 cats, most of which are actually super friendly and cuddly, and will climb all over one another to get on my lap. The people who take care of them don't even bother advertising most of them because there are just too many to keep up. Most of the people who live here don't care about animal welfare, and those who do are already at their limit with how many more cats they can take care of, so they often send cats to foster/forever homes in other countries. Other European countries with pet overpopulation are Spain, Greece, and most of Eastern Europe. Try googling something along the lines of "foster cats sweden" to find rescue groups that bring animals to Sweden.
Just go to your local per shelter and they will most likely have multiple fostering classes then they will possibly give you an animal/animals of your chosen class
Thank you so much for these amazing videos! Our family is going to be starting to foster two kittens next week, and we are so grateful to have your videos to help us set up for them. Thank you so much!!!
I have first foster kittens,...and this video helped me set up the room. These 5 week old kittens are happy and playing around. Thank you for all your videos
I wish i had this channel when i was younger and adopted my cat who was a baby at the time. Thank you so much for making these really helpful and easy to access resources so i can feel prepared if/ when i want to adopt or foster a kitten again!
I'm doing my first double litter now, 10 days and doing well despite upper respiratory, calicivirus, worms and coccidia - built them a kitten condo from a couple of really big dog crates, complete with bathroom, living room, kitchen, bedroom and loft bedroom - it's up on two tables put together and they have our entire 400 sq ft sunroom (no carpet). They are from mid May and mid June litters. Yes, one is staying with us forever♥
My family is in winter break rn and we won’t be going back to in person for a while, so we are going to foster a kitten or whatever they need us to do! This is really helpful I’m starting to kitten proof my room, we filled out a form and all we’re doing now is waiting for a call back!!!
I absolutely love how you dedicate your life to fostering kittens. You are such a inspiration Hannah! you. We recently adopted a kitten she is around 3 months old, do you have any advise for slightly older kittens! Those cute little kittens are lucky to have you! 😸😀
I’m about to switch from my first found/fostered siblings to ones from the local shelter🥲 sad to see my little ones go, but happy they will be healthy and ready to go to their new home! Will sanitize everything touched before bringing home the new little bunch☺️ thanks so much for your videos, I have a two story ferret cage they love and one of those pop ups too, lots of love from the kittens over here that you helped get healthy through your videos - Misty Bean and Burlioz 😸😸
Hi Thank you for your informative videos on kittens. I couldn't stop and watched all your videos. I live in Berlin and now I'm thinking of becoming a foster mum for kittens myself. Please don't stop filming and sharing your experience.
Hello! Out of the blue, I was asked to foster a 3-4 week kitten for the weekend. I've never taken care of a baby anything before, and your web site and videos have been an invaluable resource for me. Thank you so much for all this amazing information. My pup and I have fallen in love with this little foster and will likely be keeping him. I feel much more confident having a cat because of your web site and information. Thank you!
My sister was walking around the mall with her friend.She has come across this now hiring Kitten shop!! She might be fostering kittens!!! :D I hope she fosters I love kittens❤️ Hopefully my parents allow cats in our house My sisters only 14
Thanks for all your videos! We just rescued 3 kittens from our backyard here in Maryland and your videos have been so helpful! Toughest part so far is my other cats. They arent too happy about it! Lol!
Hi, I have a question that I'm hoping you can answer for me. First can you mix litters of cats, like for example, if you get one loner and a whole litter can you put the unrelated one in with the others or will you need an entirely different space? Also I just wanted to say I am so thankful that you have made this channel you have saved so many lives and informed so many people, just thank you! I'm planning on fostering thanks to you!
Amy A you can mix litters but most shelters only suggest doing that if both groups have been cleared healthwise and you are giving a singleton company. Mixing kittens does come with risk of cross infection because some viruses do not show right away, fighting or bullying and other issues like increasing the risk of uri and fip just due to a larger number of cats in one space. So when combining litters, the benefit needs to outweigh the risk.
I usually wait a week or in older kittens, I wait for a blood test until I mix litters. That prevents the spread of disease like FIV or URIs. Since younger kittens can’t get a blood test and benefit greatly from being with other kittens, I wait a week until I introduce them.
I made the first mistake fostering my first kitten this year. It hurts me so badly that sometimes seeing your video makes me cry. I got an orphaned kitten from a stranger who connected to me via FB messenger telling me a kitten needs a mother cat to nurse. So I took him in, named him little cow. Little Cow was so small but he tried his best to suck the mama cat's titties. But since the mama cat's litters were already big, she didn't care a lot for Little Cow. She didn't lick and clean him or nurse him on her own, only when we forced the kitten to her. So we bottle fed him twice a day as additional support. Then one day the other female cat of mine, who has never been neutered but never got pregnant before, took interest in Little Cow and decided to nurse him. We were so happy that we let the female cat named Princess took care of him. Princess finally produced milk for Little Cow and nursed him very well. Suddenly one day, when we woke up, Princess had already taken Little Cow somewhere. We couldn't find him, we searched the neighborhood and all the corners we could. Two weeks later, Princess came home, titties full of milk, dirty but no sight of Little Cow. We understood that the Little Cow didn't make it. I am so heart-broken until today. :'(
You've inspired me to foster! Thank you😻 I have a few questions though (maybe other foster parents could also kindly answer them in the comments?). How exactly do you use the Chlorox dilution (1:32) with the washing machine? Do you dilute it beforehand and dump it in with the detergent? Do you have special clothes that you wear in your kitten room? I have an adult (forever) indoor cat that is vaccinated but I'm still super careful. I'm guessing wipable walls are a must, no?
I didn't have a snuggle kitty, so I used a normal stuffed animal. I warmed it up with a heating pad. I also put my phone under it and turned on a mix on White Noise, which had a cat purring and a heartbeat. It really worked!
I’m excited yet nervous because soon I’m beginning fostering and holy cow I’m ready. I’m scared but confident that with your videos I’ll be able to do it!
When I started fostering I was 15 I’m 17 now so 2 years of experience lol when I first started my baby cousin lived with me so she had a baby doll crib I sticked a small kitten that was 3 weeks old in there he loved it!
I would LOVE to foster a kitten but ima teen and i dont think my parents would let me, and i dont think we could afford it. But im glad these kittens do have somebody like you to foster them! I dont think i would ever do as good as u!
I had a bookshop in Ohio wherein shelter cats were fostered and then adopted by customers. More than 50 were adopted from my shop over the years. I then wrote a series of novels about the experience (Shelve Under C: A Tale of Used Books and Cats is the first) to encourage other shops to look into fostering dogs, cats, rabbits, etc. The business that took over my location continued to foster, thankfully.
i love how you even take cats that have like problems like they are missing an eye or they are paralized cuz some people only take cats in good condition and wont take the ones with proplems so they dont get adopted so i really lov that you do that
This is so useful! I already foster kittens and puppies for an animal shelter with my family! We ALWAYS have problems with finding a good place for our kittens this soft sided playpen will make our lives so much easier! Thanks for talking about it!
One time my dad found a 4 weak old kitten. We "fostered" is for a bit. And we had no idea what we were doing. We kept her in a bathroom, But she went under the door alot. But just before we put it up for adoption my dad squished it in the fridge. Now we have a sassy 6 year old cat from Florida.
I’m in 4th grade and want to foster.... but I have school so I can’t always be with them... so do you know any way I can still participate in foster care?
Kitten Central it will probably be very difficult for you to foster at your age and going to school. I have the same problem except I’m in college. But every summer when it’s kitten season i foster. It’s the only plausible time, especially because you’re in a place with people that may have allergies or bring their own sickness to school with them. Better safe then sorry!
What I did was make it a family project! But don’t lay it all on mum and dad and try to keep extracurricular activities spaced out. It’s a hard journey and you can take a break if they are all adopted hope this helps :)
I use a small pet taxi for my tinies and a large dog carrier for when they are weaned and active. I let them out for lots of play time but the carrier is great for keeping them safe when you aren't watching them every momement
You have REALLY inspired me. I think I’m going to foster now. My only worry is I have almost 0 experience with cats, and I also have a pet dog. I’m only 15, but you have really made me want to try this anyway. I’m a big fan of rescuing and helping animals, and I to love turning helpless animals into strong, happy, and independent ones.
Even though I’m a little nervous, I’m going to do more research, and I think I’m going to try this. Sounds like I have the space and time, and I love helping animals.
Thank you so much this was so helpful! I have three cats of my own but me and my mom are thinking of fostering kittens as well! Thank you! I don’t know what I would do without you or this channel!!!😊😊😊❤️😸😺😺
My kittens love love LOVE the comfy hideaway box. Even now at 3 months old I will occasionally still find all four trying to squeeze in and snuggle together.
Hey kitten lady..im your bigest fan.. I love you so so much..you are so inspirational and always saving those cute kittens..my kitten died..but i know that he will always be buried deep down in my heart andalways whatching me from heaven as an angel..protecting me from all of those out there that wanna ruin my world..you told me to keep on the work whith the kittens...saving a kitten means that you saved one life...those kittens wouldn't be here whithout you..i want to thank you...i love you to the sun and back..you totally changed my whole world..to live,love,care about kittens..that are waiting for someone to save them..in my city no one likes kittens,but i keep saving them b.c i want to be like you...i will always love you to the sun and back..i will always save kittens..even in the other world..... I love you kitten lady.. 💗💗💗💗💗💗💗❤❤❤🐱🐱🐱🐱🐱🐱
I REALLY want to foster kittens, and the good news, my dad loves kittens too. But the bad news, my mom really doesn't wants a kitten in our house. So i can't foster. That's probably the worst thing in my life 😢. But i want to foster when i grow up, and because i can't wait i'll do anything my mom to accept me Foster kittens!🐈🐱
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I'm so glad I found this video. Me and my mom are gonna foster soon, and I was wondering if you could make a video on how to properly hold a cat and kitten. I've heard so many different ways on how to hold them, and I'm so confused.
One of the places we found that was the LEAST expensive place for supplies here in our town was the veterinary supply store. The formula was around $4 cheaper than the feed supply store and the Vet's office. Same one too. Along with the bottles and nipples that were available. Now that they've grown up (6 yrs old for the younger ones 8 for the oldest) we only get the terramycin eye oimtnent at the veterinarian supply store. Walmart wants like $24 for little tube, Amazon around the same. Vet and vet supply store are the same at $16. Poor Kimmi, she has Fiv, from her Feral mom we figure, the rest don't. The other two that had Fiv have passed. :( But they all *used* to get red, crusty lidded eyes practically over night. So... we try to keep a constant source of the ointment in the house for when it happens. Since it's just Kimmi now, we only have to get like 2 tubes a year. :) So, remember... There's a WAY ton of other sources you can get supplies from. A few phone calls, a little searching on line of your town or phone book. Might save a little here or there. And now a days, we need to save all we can. For one thing, it makes it possible to foster more kittens with more supplies available.
Hi Hanna ! I think your awesome and I want to foster kittens too♥️ but I’m at school 6 hours a day😢 so if u have any tips or ideas could you possibly make a video for young foster parents ♥️ thanks
Thank you sooooooo much!! I just acquired 5 kitties (10 days old) and knew nothing about fostering cats. I feel more comfortable and informed after watching your video's. Thanks again!!
My orientation with the ASPCA is on Thursday and I’m beyond excited! I was in a horrible accident with a semi and have been depressed being home so why not help little kitties.
I am taking home a 8 week old kitten in 2 weeks and you have gave me so much advice we have ordered a play pen because you recommend it and we do not want are older cat to get to him because she hates other cats and kittens in her home . Thankyou so much
I rescued a mama cat with her babies because the weather was too hot so sadly one of her babies disappeared maybe died so my father let me take them inside and now the babies are starting to eat baby cat food 🤗🤗
I don't foster, but I also help kittens as best I can when I see them! I have my own kitten, Max, and he is amazing! We have a lot of stray kittens and cats outside so we feed them, and try to give them a shelter. Also I love your ocelot/bengal! She is utterly beautiful!
りぇーど - a cats or kittens favorite temperatures 87 to 100 degrees. I wouldn't have a problem myself. I lived in Morocco for many years where it was 100 to 125 degrees in summer and my young cat was fine. I put ice cubes in his water dish and I put a big container of water out and he would go into it up to his armpits. I also had a fan going in the house and once in a while he would go to it but he would find a place that was comfortable for him to sleep in the heat. Hope that helps! :-)
I took in a pregnant kitty (no bashing, she is fixed now! Lol) and she had her kittens in the box we provided for her but them moved them into an open dresser drawer not long after and it was SO CUTE!!! So I’m thinking that as long as you line the drawer with something that u can wash regularly, that it might be a good idea. One morning I was looking for an outfit and momma cat hopped in the open drawer and I knew what she was doing, so I took my clothes out of it and lined it with some blankets and left it open. The next morning, I found that she had moved all of her babies in there. TOO cute!
