{"id":92703,"date":"2022-04-22T12:14:05","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:14:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T12:14:05","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:14:05","slug":"how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you wean a stubborn kitten?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#How_do_you_wean_a_stubborn_kitten\" title=\"How do you wean a stubborn kitten?\">How do you wean a stubborn kitten?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#What_do_you_do_if_your_kitten_wont_stop_nursing\" title=\"What do you do if your kitten won&#8217;t stop nursing?\">What do you do if your kitten won&#8217;t stop nursing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#What_age_do_kittens_naturally_wean\" title=\"What age do kittens naturally wean?\">What age do kittens naturally wean?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#How_do_I_get_my_stubborn_kitten_to_eat\" title=\"How do I get my stubborn kitten to eat?\">How do I get my stubborn kitten to eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#How_long_does_it_take_kittens_to_wean\" title=\"How long does it take kittens to wean?\">How long does it take kittens to wean?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#What_happens_if_a_kitten_is_weaned_too_late\" title=\"What happens if a kitten is weaned too late?\">What happens if a kitten is weaned too late?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#How_do_I_get_my_kitten_to_stop_breastfeeding\" title=\"How do I get my kitten to stop breastfeeding?\">How do I get my kitten to stop breastfeeding?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#Do_kittens_wean_naturally\" title=\"Do kittens wean naturally?\">Do kittens wean naturally?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#What_age_do_kittens_naturally_stop_nursing\" title=\"What age do kittens naturally stop nursing?\">What age do kittens naturally stop nursing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#At_what_age_can_kittens_eliminate_on_their_own\" title=\"At what age can kittens eliminate on their own?\">At what age can kittens eliminate on their own?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#At_what_age_do_kittens_eat_on_their_own\" title=\"At what age do kittens eat on their own?\">At what age do kittens eat on their own?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#What_do_you_do_if_your_kitten_wont_eat\" title=\"What do you do if your kitten won&#8217;t eat?\">What do you do if your kitten won&#8217;t eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#How_do_I_force_my_kitten_to_eat\" title=\"How do I force my kitten to eat?\">How do I force my kitten to eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#Is_it_OK_to_give_kittens_away_at_6_weeks_old\" title=\"Is it OK to give kittens away at 6 weeks old?\">Is it OK to give kittens away at 6 weeks old?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#Do_kittens_wean_themselves\" title=\"Do kittens wean themselves?\">Do kittens wean themselves?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#When_should_kittens_start_drinking_water\" title=\"When should kittens start drinking water?\">When should kittens start drinking water?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#Do_some_kittens_take_longer_to_wean\" title=\"Do some kittens take longer to wean?\">Do some kittens take longer to wean?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#At_what_age_should_kittens_be_fully_weaned\" title=\"At what age should kittens be fully weaned?\">At what age should kittens be fully weaned?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#Do_cats_get_depressed_when_their_kittens_leave\" title=\"Do cats get depressed when their kittens leave?\">Do cats get depressed when their kittens leave?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#How_do_you_know_when_a_kitten_is_not_weaned\" title=\"How do you know when a kitten is not weaned?\">How do you know when a kitten is not weaned?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#What_can_I_put_on_my_cats_nipples_to_stop_breastfeeding\" title=\"What can I put on my cat&#8217;s nipples to stop breastfeeding?\">What can I put on my cat&#8217;s nipples to stop breastfeeding?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_a_kitten_to_stop_breastfeeding\" title=\"How long does it take for a kitten to stop breastfeeding?\">How long does it take for a kitten to stop breastfeeding?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#Why_does_my_kitten_keep_trying_to_nurse\" title=\"Why does my kitten keep trying to nurse?\">Why does my kitten keep trying to nurse?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#Will_kittens_wean_themselves\" title=\"Will kittens wean themselves?\">Will kittens wean themselves?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-wean-a-stubborn-kitten\/#How_does_a_cat_wean_her_kittens\" title=\"How does a cat wean her kittens?\">How does a cat wean her kittens?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_wean_a_stubborn_kitten\"><\/span>How do you wean a stubborn kitten?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The easiest way is to <b>remove whatever he is nursing on when you see him doing it. Dont jerk it away; just quietly remove it. If he is nuzzling you, set him down and walk away. You have to be consistent, however.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_do_if_your_kitten_wont_stop_nursing\"><\/span>What do you do if your kitten won&#8217;t stop nursing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most kittens take <b>between four and six weeks to be weaned from their mother or a bottle (if orphaned). The weaning process is relatively brief  a typical kitten will be entirely weaned when they are between eight and ten weeks old.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_age_do_kittens_naturally_wean\"><\/span>What age do kittens naturally wean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How long does weaning take? Weaning atypically takes around 4 weeks, but it can be 6 weeks or longer before cats are eating completely solid food. The weaning timeline depends on many factors, like if the mother is around and how the solid food is prepared. <b>Most kittens are completely weaned by 8 to 10 weeks old<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_my_stubborn_kitten_to_eat\"><\/span>How do I get my stubborn kitten to eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dont use cows milk, which can cause an upset stomach and diarrhea in some kittens. Instead, <b>use kitten formula. Gradually mix the formula with wet food and encourage the kitten to eat it on their own. The next step is to adjust the ratio of formula to wet food until the mixture is primarily wet food.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_kittens_to_wean\"><\/span>How long does it take kittens to wean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The process of weaning usually starts when kittens are about three to four weeks old, and takes <b>two to three weeks to complete. If you are bottle-feeding an orphaned kitten, or one whose mother isnt able to feed her, weaning can begin as early as three weeks.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_kitten_is_weaned_too_late\"><\/span>What happens if a kitten is weaned too late?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Feline behavioural problems can include <b>shyness, stereotypic wool sucking, excessive grooming and aggression. The age of weaning has an impact on the cats later behaviour. Cats weaned under the age of 8 weeks displayed more aggression and stereotypic behaviour.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_my_kitten_to_stop_breastfeeding\"><\/span>How do I get my kitten to stop breastfeeding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you cant be around them to stop it, <b>look for an ointment, lotion or liquid that has a bitter taste, and rub a little on Bessys nipples. That should discourage Milo, and you should break the habit quickly. Be sure the product says its safe for cats  ones that are safe for us or for dogs may not be for cats.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_kittens_wean_naturally\"><\/span>Do kittens wean naturally?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The weaning process is actually very ordinary and natural, especially when handled by the mother cat. Like any good mother, she instinctually knows what to do and when, without ever consulting a single kitten development book. One of her best indicators that its time to wean comes from her kittens themselves.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_age_do_kittens_naturally_stop_nursing\"><\/span>What age do kittens naturally stop nursing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In general, kittens need their mothers milk until they are a minimum of 4 weeks old. The complete weaning process generally takes about a month, meaning that the wee kittens are usually fully weaned when they are <b>between 8 and 10 weeks in age<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_what_age_can_kittens_eliminate_on_their_own\"><\/span>At what age can kittens eliminate on their own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>three weeks<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_what_age_do_kittens_eat_on_their_own\"><\/span>At what age do kittens eat on their own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>around three to four weeks<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_do_if_your_kitten_wont_eat\"><\/span>What do you do if your kitten won&#8217;t eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Try <b>heating the food a little bit (not more than 30 seconds in the microwave) and then serve it. Heating will enhance the aroma of the food and most likely lure the kitten into eating some of it. Warm food also tastes better. Cleaning a kittens congested nose with nasal drops can also help in encouraging him to eat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_force_my_kitten_to_eat\"><\/span>How do I force my kitten to eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your cat may stop eating <b>if theres something stuck in its stomach or intestines or if it isnt feeling well because of an underlying disease or infection. Or, your cat might not like the food youre offering. Your cats lack of eating can also be a symptom of pain or discomfort.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_to_give_kittens_away_at_6_weeks_old\"><\/span>Is it OK to give kittens away at 6 weeks old?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is a common misconception that kittens can be separated from their mothers as early as 8 weeks old. However, kittens separated at this time are still at risk for developmental, social, and health issues. Instead, <b>kittens should remain with their mothers until they are 12-14 weeks old<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_kittens_wean_themselves\"><\/span>Do kittens wean themselves?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>MOTHER KNOWS BEST <b>One of her best indicators that its time to wean comes from her kittens themselves. At just a few weeks of age, they begin trying to eat her food, and she has to push them away. Thats when the transition to independence known as weaning begins.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_kittens_start_drinking_water\"><\/span>When should kittens start drinking water?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>week four<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_some_kittens_take_longer_to_wean\"><\/span>Do some kittens take longer to wean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How long does weaning take? Weaning atypically takes around 4 weeks, but it can be 6 weeks or longer before cats are eating completely solid food. The weaning timeline depends on many factors, like if the mother is around and how the solid food is prepared. <b>Most kittens are completely weaned by 8 to 10 weeks old<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_what_age_should_kittens_be_fully_weaned\"><\/span>At what age should kittens be fully weaned?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>six to eight weeks<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_get_depressed_when_their_kittens_leave\"><\/span>Do cats get depressed when their kittens leave?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is a common misconception that kittens can be separated from their mothers as early as 8 weeks old. However, kittens separated at this time are still at risk for developmental, social, and health issues. Instead, <b>kittens should remain with their mothers until they are 12-14 weeks old<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_know_when_a_kitten_is_not_weaned\"><\/span>How do you know when a kitten is not weaned?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do Cats Miss Their Kitten When They Are Taken Away? Its uncommon for a mother cat to miss her kitten, while <b>maybe instill some cases cats have shown depressive behavior. What is this? Usually, mother cats start weaning their kittens at about 5- 6 weeks of age until they reach 13 weeks.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_put_on_my_cats_nipples_to_stop_breastfeeding\"><\/span>What can I put on my cat&#8217;s nipples to stop breastfeeding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you cant be around them to stop it, <b>look for an ointment, lotion or liquid that has a bitter taste, and rub a little on Bessys nipples. That should discourage Milo, and you should break the habit quickly. Be sure the product says its safe for cats  ones that are safe for us or for dogs may not be for cats.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_a_kitten_to_stop_breastfeeding\"><\/span>How long does it take for a kitten to stop breastfeeding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>between eight and 10 weeks<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_kitten_keep_trying_to_nurse\"><\/span>Why does my kitten keep trying to nurse?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The causes of kitten suckling can include <b>being separated from mom too early. Ideally, kittens should not be weaned from mom earlier than six weeks. But according to ASPCA information online, cat or kitten suckling can also be a sign of stress, compulsive behavior, or even just happiness or contentment.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_kittens_wean_themselves\"><\/span>Will kittens wean themselves?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>MOTHER KNOWS BEST <b>One of her best indicators that its time to wean comes from her kittens themselves. At just a few weeks of age, they begin trying to eat her food, and she has to push them away. Thats when the transition to independence known as weaning begins.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_a_cat_wean_her_kittens\"><\/span>How does a cat wean her kittens?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The liquid kitten food should gradually get thicker until it is a watered-down canned kitten food or a moistened kitten kibble. <b>Over the four to six week weaning period, the kitten will consume less and less milk from its mother.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How do you wean a stubborn kitten?What do you do if your kitten won&#8217;t stop nursing?What age do kittens naturally wean?How do I get my stubborn kitten to eat?How long does it take kittens to wean?What happens if a kitten is weaned too late?How do I get my kitten to stop breastfeeding?Do&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-92703","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/92703"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=92703"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/92703\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=92703"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=92703"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=92703"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}