Introducing Little Tyke: A Tribute to Einstein

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The forum discussion centers around the introduction of a three-week-old kitten named Little Tyke, adopted in memory of a beloved cat named Einstein. The kitten was rescued by Tsu's coworker, whose dog brings home stray kittens. The community shares tips on caring for young kittens, including feeding techniques and litter training. Participants express their affection for the new kitten and share personal anecdotes about raising young pets.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of kitten care, including feeding and hygiene.
  • Knowledge of basic animal behavior and socialization.
  • Familiarity with the challenges of bottle-feeding orphaned animals.
  • Experience with litter training young pets.
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  • Research proper techniques for bottle-feeding kittens.
  • Learn about the developmental milestones of kittens from birth to adoption.
  • Explore methods for socializing and training young cats.
  • Investigate the potential behavioral issues in bottle-raised kittens.
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Pet owners, animal rescue volunteers, and anyone interested in fostering or adopting young kittens will benefit from this discussion.

  • #61
I love this thread it is so cute! I cannot wait to see more pictures. I've had to do the same with some baby kittens to and it is so much fun (well my mom didn't think so...she had to deal with them while my sister and I were at school and had to take the nightly feedings haha).
 
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  • #62
No, I know! The females whine and complain more. :rolleyes:
 
  • #63
Ivan, are you trying to loose your job as head kitty-sitter? :biggrin:
 
  • #64
Tsu said:
Ivan, are you trying to loose your job as head kitty-sitter? :biggrin:

You can send her to me! I'll take care of her. :biggrin: I can't wait for the newest picture!
 
  • #65
Great! We may need you next week! I'm going to be in Phoenix and Ivan has an out of town job to go to. How much is air-fare for a fur-ball? :biggrin:
 
  • #66
Well, shoot. Either ImageShack is down or I'm just lame. I'll email my picture to Ivan. If he's not busy, he may be able to d/l for u. crud. got to run. baby is eating m face. ouch!
 
  • #67
http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/3384/littletyke4wkssmps2.jpg
 
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  • #68
Cute overload! That is so so adorable. I miss having baby kittens! On the farm we used to have a litter or two every year...so much fun!
 
  • #69
**THUMP** (me passing out from cute overload)

(wakes up...staggers a bit...looks at Little Tyke again...)

**THUMP**
 
  • #70
scorpa said:
Cute overload! That is so so adorable. I miss having baby kittens! On the farm we used to have a litter or two every year...so much fun!

This is a real treat for us. Many of our animals are taken in as strays or adopted from the Shelter, so rarely do we get babies.

We are a little worried though. Tyke was constipated and not eathing yesterday. Tsu has her at the Vet's right now.
 
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  • #71
Pets are expensive!

Cute, but expensive.
 
  • #72
lisab said:
**THUMP** (me passing out from cute overload)

(wakes up...staggers a bit...looks at Little Tyke again...)

**THUMP**

Here you go - a must for kitten owners:
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  • #73
JasonRox said:
Pets are expensive!

Cute, but expensive.

You should have seen our vet and food bills when we had a full house. At our peak I think it was 13 animals - it seemed like we were dropping a few hundred bucks at the vets every few weeks. And that doesn't even count the hip repairs and other surgeries that were needed at times.
 
  • #74
Ivan Seeking said:
You should have seen our vet and food bills when we had a full house. At our peak I think it was 13 animals - it seemed like we were dropping a few hundred bucks at the vets every few weeks. And that doesn't even count the hip repairs and other surgeries that were needed at times.

Wow, that's a lot of animals.

I'm sure it's all fun too. :smile:
 
  • #75
Oh, oh, oh...she is so incredibly cute!

Hope she's okay...not good hearing she's not eating. :frown: Report back as soon as you know.
 
  • #76
Tsu just got home. They pooped her [I guess we weren't stimulating her enough], gave anti-nausea meds, and hydrated her. The general feeling is that this is probably just a stress reaction to being separated from mom, etc. They let her come home so they must not be too worried.
 
  • #77
When my wife and I had ferrets, we found out that many people kept them cooped up in cages instead of letting them have the run of the house. Our first ferret was just such a rescue, and he never actually learned how to run like the others - he was an adult and had rarely been out of his cage. We got a kit (baby ferret) to keep him company, and they were inseparable. We added ferrets to the pack one at a time, and over the years, we rescued ferrets from some pretty bad situations. One little girl was caged in a very small cage in a crappy pet-shop, and she was sick and thin with thinning fur, so we bought her (hated to give those creeps a profit) got her to our vet, and took her home to nurse her back to health. Some of our rescues were give-aways from people who had lost interest and we paid for some. At one time, we had 8 of them. Vet's bills were pretty bad at times, but it was worth it.
 
  • #78
Ivan Seeking said:
Tsu just got home. They pooped her [I guess we weren't stimulating her enough], gave anti-nausea meds, and hydrated her. The general feeling is that this is probably just a stress reaction to being separated from mom, etc. They let her come home so they must not be too worried.

Phew! Keep in mind what a sandpapery textured tongue momma cat has...I think you can be pretty vigorous with the stimulation and not do any harm.

It kind of leaves you wondering, though, which is better/worse...kittens that can't poop until stimulated, or babies that just poop whenever (some days it seems the idea of getting to control when the baby poops isn't so bad...at least as long as it can be done with a wet washcloth and not require licking ).
 
  • #79
You're right, MB. It was the 'vigorous' stimulation that I was lacking. I was too gentle. I didn't want to hurt her! It didn't take much effort when we first got her as she had diarrhea. Now it's getting more solid and takes more work. The Vet got quite good results and then gave her some sub-q fluids. We also have some anti-nausea meds and I'm going to try feeding her some goats milk. She ate a little bit just now and then konked out for a nap. I have to get ready for work now. Bummer. Good thing my vacation starts tonight! :biggrin:
 
  • #80
Moonbear said:
Phew! Keep in mind what a sandpapery textured tongue momma cat has...I think you can be pretty vigorous with the stimulation and not do any harm.

It kind of leaves you wondering, though, which is better/worse...kittens that can't poop until stimulated, or babies that just poop whenever (some days it seems the idea of getting to control when the baby poops isn't so bad...at least as long as it can be done with a wet washcloth and not require licking ).
Do you think that Tsu's tongue is rough enough?
 
  • #81
turbo-1 said:
Do you think that Tsu's tongue is rough enough?

Well, THAT must be the problem! :smile:
 
  • #82
Tsu said:
Well, THAT must be the problem! :smile:
Must be... I'm thinking that the licking time might be inversely proportional to the roughness of the tongue tongue, so you might be able to "buck up" and dedicate more time or perhaps super-glue some 220 grit sandpaper to your tongue.
 
  • #83
lisab said:
**THUMP** (me passing out from cute overload)

(wakes up...staggers a bit...looks at Little Tyke again...)

**THUMP**

:smile::smile::smile::smile:
 
  • #84
turbo-1 said:
Must be... I'm thinking that the licking time might be inversely proportional to the roughness of the tongue tongue, so you might be able to "buck up" and dedicate more time or perhaps super-glue some 220 grit sandpaper to your tongue.

Oh. Hmm. Well. GREAT IDEA, Turbo! (you weirdo :biggrin:) But, I don't think I have any sandpaper that course. Looks like its time to hit Home Depot again! :biggrin:
 
  • #85
:smile: No sandpaper for Little Tyke! :bugeye: I think you can stick with a warm washcloth. *snatches up Little Tyke to save her from the crazy people*
 
  • #86
Awww. The baby's first vet visit. Sub-q fluids are a dream. I wish we could rehydrate humans that way. I hope she continues doing well, Tsu and Ivan.

More pictures, please.
 
  • #87
Wait 'till you see the one Ivan got today with her sitting on my arm INSIDE my bathrobe sleeve! :biggrin: I'll try to post that one tonight.

Thank you all for the warm wishes and instant attachment to our Little Tyke. We think she is pretty special and we're happy to know that you do, too. :smile:
 
  • #88
Moonbear said:
:smile: No sandpaper for Little Tyke! :bugeye: I think you can stick with a warm washcloth. *snatches up Little Tyke to save her from the crazy people*

NO? Well, OK. Whatever Auntie Moonbear wants... :biggrin:
 
  • #89
Tsu said:
Whatever Auntie Moonbear wants... :biggrin:

Oh goodie! Auntie Moonbear wants big snuggles with Little Tyke! :biggrin:

(And anyone want a small white dog of yet unknown breed? I found out my neighbor is trying to give away one of their dogs because she can't take care of a toddler, a husband AND the dog...they have two dogs, but I guess one came before the toddler and husband...I'm starting to think these new neighbors are a bit weird if they can just give away a cute doggy...my lifestyle doesn't work with dogs, otherwise it would already have a new home. :frown:)
 
  • #90
Ooo Ooo. IVAN wants a puppy! :devil:
 

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