How to Give New Born Kittens Away

Whether you are breeding a certain kind or cat or your cat just had babies, you will need to make a plan as to what to do with the kitten's. There are several ways you can give the kittens away, but you are going to want to do it in a manner that protects the kitten from getting a neglectful owner.

Things You'll Need

  • Shots
  • De-worming medicine
  • Newspaper Ad
  • References to Check
  • Kitten food
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Instructions

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      Make sure your kittens are at least 8 weeks old before separating them from their mother. This is the recommended age when kittens can begin to eat kitten food sold in stores, and no longer rely on their mother's milk. In some places it is actually illegal to give a cat away before 8 weeks of age.

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      Make sure your kittens are up to date on their shots and that they have been given worm medicine to protect against roundworms at 4 weeks of age. The shots begin at 8 weeks of age so your kitten may have only had 1 by the time you give it away.

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      Spread the word. While your kittens are still young you can begin spreading the word around town that you have some kittens to give away. Start with your kids and have them tell their classmates. Word will get around quick that way. Tell your friends and ask them if they could ask around too. Don't underestimate the power of word of mouth. This could end up being the only advertisement you need.

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      Place an ad in your local newspaper listing how many kittens you have, their colors, and any other relevant information you have on the kittens. Also don't forget to list what shots and de-worming medicines the kittens have received.

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      Create a flyer by taking a picture of the kittens together looking cute. Scan the picture in to your computer and write something like "Free kittens looking for a good home". Print out as many as you can and start pasting them around the neighborhood. Some shops will allow you to place a flyer in their window, and others have a board just for customers to use for things like this. You can even pay a couple of kids a few dollars to hand out the flyers for you or attach to car windshields.

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      Take the kittens to a local pet shop. If you can't keep taking care of the kittens and they are healthy a pet shop might take them. It would be good business for them since you are giving them away for free and then they can turn around and sell the kittens to make a profit. At least you will know that the kittens will be well cared for and that they will probably find a home fast since most people entering a pet store are looking for a pet.

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      Ask for references and check them before handing the kittens over. Make sure the individual who wants to receive the kitten has a Vet lined up to finish the kitten's shots. If they have other animals you can check with the Vet if they have been good customers and if they treat their animals right.

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      Ask the status of the individual's home. If the individual rents a home and doesn't own a home, you may request that they bring you a letter from the landlord that pets are allowed. If you don't you are likely to get the kitten back when the owner of the rental finds out and demands the tenant to get rid of the animal.