Orphaned Kitten care - How To Videos
Maddies’s InstituteSM created six short “how to” videos that provide essential care instructions for orphaned kittens. Whether you are a seasoned foster parent or just getting started saving these orphaned baby lives, these videos will guide you through the basics. Take the quiz below once you have viewed the complete set of “how to” presentations regarding orphaned kitten care.
Videos include:
1. Examining an Orphaned Kitten (5:05)
2. Bottle Feeding an Orphaned Kitten (6:54)
3. Stimulating an Orphaned Kitten to Urinate and Defecate (2:40)
4. Read moreBathing an Orphaned Kitten (3:09)
5. Weaning Orphaned Kittens onto Solid Foods (2:58)
6. Giving Orphaned Kittens Probiotics (2:11)
Date: April 2013
- 1.
We hope you have enjoyed the presentation. If you receive a passing score, a Certificate of Attendance in your name will be awarded at the end of this quiz. Please let us know if you have viewed the entire presentation.
- A.
I certify that I have viewed the entire presentation.
- B.
I did not view the entire presentation.
Correct Answer
A. I certify that I have viewed the entire presentation. -
- 2.
Which of the following statements is not true regarding the urination and defecation of kittens under the age of 3 to 4 weeks?
- A.
They will need your assistance to urinate and defecate.
- B.
They are reflex eliminators.
- C.
They will need stimulating after every feeding.
- D.
They typically defecate every 48 hours.
- E.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
D. They typically defecate every 48 hours. -
- 3.
Probiotics should never be given to an orphaned kitten to prevent diarrhea from dietary changes and/or stress; only use probiotics to reduce the severity of existing diarrhea.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 4.
You should follow the advice of your veterinarian on how frequently to administer probiotics; typically they are given daily to twice a day depending on the severity of the kitten’s condition.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
- 5.
Scenario: A caregiver finishes feeding and burping a 3-week old kitten. She positions the kitten in one hand, so that he is on his back. She dips the cotton square into the warm water then very gently stimulates the kitten’s anus and urethral area in a circular motion with her other hand. Which of the above actions should be corrected?
- A.
The caregiver should have used a side to side motion to stimulate the kitten.
- B.
The caregiver should not have burped the kitten first.
- C.
The caregiver should not have stimulated the kitten while he was on his back.
- D.
The caregiver should have dipped the cotton square in cold water.
- E.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
C. The caregiver should not have stimulated the kitten while he was on his back. -
- 6.
Scenario: A caregiver begins stimulating a 2-week old kitten. After a few seconds, the kitten begins to urinate. The urine appears to be dilute yellow. The caregiver gently dabs the area dry after he is finished urinating to help keep the kitten clean. The kitten is returned to its carrier. Which of the above actions should be corrected?
- A.
The caregiver should not dry the urethral area, as it causes irritation.
- B.
The urine should be dark yellow; the caregiver should have consulted a veterinarian.
- C.
The caregiver should continue stimulating for about 10 seconds after no more urine is coming out to give the kitten an opportunity to defecate as well and to make sure the kitten’s bladder is empty.
- D.
The caregiver should not be stimulating a 2-week old kitten; the kitten is too young.
- E.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
C. The caregiver should continue stimulating for about 10 seconds after no more urine is coming out to give the kitten an opportunity to defecate as well and to make sure the kitten’s bladder is empty. -
- 7.
Kittens can start the weaning process around _____ as their teeth start to come in.
- A.
1-2 weeks of age
- B.
2-3 weeks of age
- C.
3-4 weeks of age
- D.
4-5 weeks of age
- E.
5-6 weeks of age
Correct Answer
C. 3-4 weeks of age -
- 8.
Which of the following is not recommended for transition to canned food?
- A.
Select a higher quality canned food.
- B.
Select a canned food with lot of gravy, chunks and fillers.
- C.
Dilute the food with a small amount of formula or water to make it into a thick gruel.
- D.
Water the food down at a ratio of 1:3 (water to canned food), so it isn’t too watery.
- E.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
B. Select a canned food with lot of gravy, chunks and fillers. -
- 9.
Continuing formula during weaning is important to ensure the kittens are getting the proper calories for growth.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
- 10.
Scenario: Your 3-week old foster kitten has fecal matter on his rear end. Which of the following bath options is most appropriate?
- A.
Full dry-bath
- B.
Full wet-bath
- C.
Spot dry-bath
- D.
Spot wet-bath
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
D. Spot wet-bath -
- 11.
Spot baths are preferred over full baths as it is less of a chill-risk to the kitten and less complicated.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
- 12.
In a full bath, you should always clean the kitten’s face with tearless shampoo and warm running water.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 13.
For a wet baths, you will need the following:
- A.
A very mild, tearless shampoo for kittens.
- B.
A wash sink or wash basin filled or running with warm water at a temperature of about 95 F.
- C.
Several clean cotton towels (pre-warmed in a dryer if possible) and a hairdryer.
- D.
A room heater or heating pad, so the kitten has a warm and cozy place to be after the bath.
- E.
All of the above.
Correct Answer
E. All of the above. -
- 14.
What is the first step in feeding an orphaned kitten?
- A.
Stimulating the kitten to urinate or defecate.
- B.
Getting an accurate weight.
- C.
Calculating the kitten’s stomach capacity.
- D.
Warming the formula.
- E.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
B. Getting an accurate weight. -
- 15.
Overfeeding is not as dangerous as underfeeding.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 16.
Scenario: A caregiver warms the kitten formula to about 100 degrees Fahrenheit by placing the bottle in a warm water bath. Holding the warmed kitten in a sternal, upright position, he squeezes the bottle until formula begins streaming, trying not to go beyond the calculated volume for stomach capacity. Which of the above actions should be corrected?
- A.
The kitten should be fed on his back.
- B.
The bottle should be warmed in the microwave.
- C.
The kitten formula should be not hotter than 98 degrees Fahrenheit.
- D.
The bottle should never be squeezed, as the kitten may aspirate the milk.
- E.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
D. The bottle should never be squeezed, as the kitten may aspirate the milk. -
- 17.
Select a nipple that is the correct length for your kitten’s mouth and not greater than_______.
- A.
1/2” in length
- B.
3/4” in length
- C.
5/8” in length
- D.
7/8” in length
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. 5/8” in length -
- 18.
Extra milk can be stored in the refrigerator for up to ______.
- A.
12 hours
- B.
24 hours
- C.
48 hours
- D.
76 hours
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. 24 hours -
- 19.
Which of the following steps should be included in a kitten examination?
- A.
Estimate the age, get an accurate weight and check temperature, heart and respiratory rate.
- B.
Check the kittens’ attitude, body condition, muscle tone, coat condition and reflexes.
- C.
Check the mouth, eyes, ears and rear end.
- D.
Try feeding to check appetite and stimulate the kitten to check for urination and defecation.
- E.
All of the above.
Correct Answer
E. All of the above. -
- 20.
Kittens under the age of _____ cannot regulate their own body temperature and will need an outside heat source to stay warm.
- A.
1 week
- B.
2 weeks
- C.
3 weeks
- D.
4 weeks
- E.
5 weeks
Correct Answer
B. 2 weeks -
- 21.
Orphaned kittens should be examined upon intake and each kitten should have a written record with examination findings and daily weight.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
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