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What to do When You Find Kittens Outside

 1. Do not immediately interfere: If you've found kittens outside, resist the temptation to swoop in and take them. It is very likely their mother is around and may simply be off hunting.

  2. Observe from a distance: Monitor the kittens from a safe distance, somewhere where your presence will not disturb them or potentially scare away the mother. Keep in mind the mother may stay away while you are visible. 3. Wait to see if the mother cat comes back: This can be a few hours to almost an entire day. The mother's return would be the best scenario as kittens stand a better chance of survival under her care. 4. Determine their age: If the mother doesn’t return, you may need to intervene. If they're under four weeks old, their eyes will still be closed. If they're slightly older, they may be just starting to move around on their own. 5. Call a local shelter or rescue group: Once you determine that the kittens are indeed abandoned, call a local cat rescue group or animal shelter. They can guide you through the next steps and help determine the best course of action. 6. Protect the kittens from danger: If the kittens are in an area that puts them at risk (near a busy road or in a yard with dogs, for example), gently move them to a safer location nearby so their mother can easily find them. 7. Provide care: If it has been established that the kittens have been abandoned, you may need to provide temporary care, which may include feeding and keeping them warm, until help arrives. Use a kitten formula, not cow's milk, which can be harmful. 8. Foster or adopt: If the shelter or rescue group can't help immediately, consider fostering the kittens. Remember that raising kittens is a significant commitment, but it can also be incredibly rewarding. 9. Never attempt to domesticate a feral cat: Adult feral cats cannot be socialized and adopted out like kittens. If the mother is feral, call a local rescue that can assist with Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR). Always keep in mind that taking in an abandoned kitten is a big responsibility and should only be done with a good understanding of the care required. Consult with a vet or an animal welfare group for guidance.

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