 | The Guide to Handraising Kittens by Susan Easterly
Buy used from: $8.36 This is the book I recommend most to new caregivers. A valuable reference for all stages.
|
 | Hand-Raising the Orphaned Kitten by Myrna L. Papurt
Buy used from: $34.17 A very comprehensive reference for those new to bottle raising as well as seasoned veterans.
|
 | BOTTLEKATZ: A Complete Care Guide for Orphan Kittens by Sharon Darrow
Buy new: $13.08 / Used from: $16.02 Very highly rated by several foster guardians I know.
|
 | KMR - 12 oz Powder - for Kittens
Buy new: $12.49 In 21 years of raising orphaned kittens, I find the KMR product to have given me the best results with the least side effects. Be sure to always refrigerate both the liquid AND powder versions once they have been opened as the oils tend to go rancid very quickly.
|
 | Small Animal Nurser Kit 2 oz
Buy new: $2.29 The Pet-Ag bottles seem to have the best sized nipples for small kittens. I have used others but have not been able to get the kittens to suckle as well.
|
 | K.M.R. KITTEN POWDER POUCH .75OZ
Buy new: $3.39 In 21 years of raising orphaned kittens, I find the KMR product to have given me the best results with the least side effects. Be sure to always refrigerate both the liquid AND powder versions once they have been opened as the oils tend to go rancid very quickly.
|
 | KMR - 28 oz Powder - for Kittens
Buy new: $25.95 In 21 years of raising orphaned kittens, I find the KMR product to have given me the best results with the least side effects. Be sure to always refrigerate both the liquid AND powder versions once they have been opened as the oils tend to go rancid very quickly.
|
 | 12 cc Disposable Syringe without Needle
Buy new: $0.30 For the 1-2 week old kitten, you may find that it is easier to use a syringe for nursing rather than the bottle so that you can monitor the intake more efficiently and avoid aspiration.
|
 | Small Animal Nurser 2 oz
Buy new: $0.99 The Pet-Ag bottles seem to have the best sized nipples for small kittens. I have used others but have not been able to get the kittens to suckle as well. Once you have the kits with the brush, etc., individual bottles are less expensive for replacements.
|
 | Comfort Pals Cat Real Feel Heart - Orange Tabby (9")
The heartbeat of this stuffed kitty is a great replacement for your kittens missing mother. It will provide comfort and added warmth/shelter while alone.
|
 | Nutri Cal 4.25oz tube
Buy new: $7.20 Many vets will recommend Nutrical for kittens who are having difficulty getting enough nutrition, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. I find it works well for the runts who tend to have trouble gaining weight as well.
|
 | Terramycin Opthalmic Ointment - 1/8 oz
If the kitten is having weepy, irritated eyes your vet may recommend the use of this product. I have found it to be very helpful in several kittens I have cared for.
|
 | Prozyme Pet Formula - 454 gram Jar
Buy new: $21.05 I find this product to be helpful in assimilating digestion and balancing gut flora which may cut down on diarrea and upset stomach.
|
 | Pet-Tinic (4 oz) by Pfizer
Buy new: $9.20 Pet-Tinic Pediatric Drops are a palatable liquid vitamin-mineral supplement that my veterinarian recommends for the kittens.
|
 | Nelson Bach USA - Rescue Remedy, 20 Milliliter liquid
Buy new: $8.57 Your holistic veterinarian can tell you all the benefits of Rescue Remedy. I personally use it initially when the kitten arrives to reduce the stress of being away from its mother and then again during times of illness or imbalance.
|
Listmania!
