What if I found a baby kitten?

• Kittens almost always have a mother that is roaming around and trying to find something to eat. Taking kittens from their mother drastically decreases their chance of survival. Unless the kittens are in immediate danger, please leave them where they are or take them back to where you found them.

• If the kittens are warm and not crying, the mother cat is most likely caring for them. If you are uncertain If the mother is returning, you can sprinkle a ring of baking flour around the kittens and wait at least a few hours to look for footprints. Make sure to give her and her kittens space so that she isn’t afraid to return.

• If the mother hasn't returned after 8 hours and the kittens are truly abandoned, consider fostering the kittens until they are old enough for adoption (8 weeks of age). You can email a photo of the kitten(s) and your information to our team at ycaslostpets@yolocounty.org if you need help determining next steps or want assistance on becoming a foster parent.

  • In addition to the Yolo County Animal Shelter, there are a few other groups  in Yolo County that may be able to provide assistance​/resources for kittens

    • Orphan Kitten Project​

    • Yolo SPCA

  • Check out this Kitten Age Chart if you are not sure how old the kittens are​

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