Bideawee's Feral Cat Initiative

It's #WittleWhiskersWednesday! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 To tame feral kittens, slowly move food bowl/spoon/treat onto your lap. Once on lap and distracted by food, gradually sneak your hand behind his head to pet head/shoulders gently. #kittenseason #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

It's #WittleWhiskersWednesday! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 Food is the #1 taming tool for feral kittens. Why? Their growing bodies need lots of food, so it's a great incentive for them to approach us despite their fear. #kittenseason #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

It's #WittleWhiskersWednesday! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 Feral kittens 8w+ are harder to socialize than younger ones 'cuz mom has taught them to fear humans. But it's still worth trying food-based taming techniques. If no success in 2w, #TNR is best option. #kittenseason #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

Help end #kittenseason! Learn how to decrease number of kittens born on streets & improve lives of #feralcats #straycats #communitycats at online #TNR certification workshop from Neighborhood Cats & @community-cats.bsky.social, coming up Sun. 7/27! Info & Register: buff.ly/zMSAqlT #catsofbluesky

It's #WittleWhiskersWednesday! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 6–8 weeks old is ideal age for taming (socializing) feral kittens. Why? They're growing fast, food-motivated, and open to learning a new way of life independent of Mom. #kittenseason #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

Did you miss our "Taming Feral Kittens for Adoption" #webinar on 7/16, but still want to learn the best kitten socialization techniques? FREE on-demand recording now available! Video: bit.ly/BFCITFKV Handout: bit.ly/BFCITFKH #kittenseason #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

It's #WittleWhiskersWednesday! 💙🐈⬛🐈🐈⬛💛 FREE "Taming Feral Kittens for Adoption" #webinar TODAY 7/16 5:00-6:30 ET! Learn best techniques to bring kittens in from the streets & out of their shells. Register: bit.ly/BFCITFKR #kittenseason #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

Learn the best socialization techniques to bring feral-born kittens in from the streets & out of their shells for adoption success at our FREE "Taming Feral Kittens for Adoption" #webinar TOMORROW 7/16! Register: bit.ly/BFCITFKR #kittenseason #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

Volunteer to help feral-born kittens get adopted this #kittenseason! Learn best ways to bring timid kitty cuties in from the streets & out of their shells at FREE "Taming Feral Kittens for Adoption" #webinar 7/16! Register: bit.ly/BFCITFKR #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

After being trapped for adoption, feral-born kittens must be convinced that humans are a safe source of friendship, food, affection & fun. Learn how at FREE "Taming Feral Kittens for Adoption" #webinar 7/16! Register: bit.ly/BFCITFKR #kittenseason #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

With wary feral mamas whispering warnings in their ears, kittens are not born tame. Learn best ways to turn hissing hiders into confident cuddlers at FREE "Taming Feral Kittens for Adoption" #webinar 7/16! Register: bit.ly/BFCITFKR #kittenseason #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

Whether you are new to kitten taming or just want a refresher in the best socialization techniques for "spicy" feral-born kittens, check out FREE "Taming Feral Kittens for Adoption" #webinar 7/16! Register: bit.ly/BFCITFKR #kittenseason #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

It's #WittleWhiskersWednesday! 💙🐈⬛🐈🐈⬛💛 A flea bath with mild dish soap (2.5 ml of soap to 250 ml of water) is the safest, most effective way to kill fleas for kittens under 8 weeks old. #kittenseason #bottlebabies #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

It's #WittleWhiskersWednesday! 💙🐈⬛🐈🐈⬛💛 A flea bath with mild dish soap (2.5 ml of soap to 250 ml of water) is the safest, most effective way to kill fleas for kittens under 8 weeks old. #kittenseason #bottlebabies #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

With wary feral mamas whispering warnings in their ears, kittens aren't born tame. Learn how to transform tiny tigers 🐯🐯🐯 into adoption-ready snugglers 😻😻😻 at FREE "Taming Feral Kittens for Adoption" #webinar 7/16. Register: bit.ly/BFCITFKR #kittenseason #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

Born outdoors to wary moms, feral kittens — tiny tigers — need dedicated foster volunteers to convince them that humans are a safe source of friendship, food, affection & fun. Learn how at FREE #webinar 7/16! Register: bit.ly/BFCITFKR #kittenseason #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

It's #WittleWhiskersWednesday! 💙🐈⬛🐈🐈⬛💛 Encountering shy/nervous/defensive kittens during #TNR or other animal rescue work? Don't miss "Taming Feral Kittens for Adoption" #webinar 7/16! Register: bit.ly/BFCITFKR #kittenseason #fosterkittens #catsofbluesky #bideawee

It's #WittleWhiskersWednesday! 💙🐈⬛🐈🐈⬛💛 Without a mother cat to groom them away, fleas can literally suck the life out of orphaned newborn kittens. Eliminating fleas is a high priority in kitten rescue. #kittenseason #bottlebabies #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

Some #TNR caretakers help protect their #communitycats #feralcats #straycats from #fireworks fear around #july4th #4thofjuly by giving them an extra big meal during the day so if they need to hide out after dark, they won't be so hungry. #catsofbluesky #bideawee

It's #WittleWhiskersWednesday! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 To treat kittens with crusty/goopy nose/eyes due to URI, slowly & gently soften crust w/ warm, damp cloth, then gently wipe it away. Repeat as necessary. Consult vet if symptoms persist. #kittenseason #bottlebabies #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

It's #WittleWhiskersWednesday! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 Upper respiratory infection (URI) symptoms include discharge/crust on eyes/nose. If left untreated, eyes can swell/rupture, and kittens may not eat because they can't smell food. #kittenseason #bottlebabies #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

For those who missed "Kitten Season 101" #webinar on 6/18, FREE on-demand recording now available on Zoom! Video: bit.ly/BFCIKSV Handout: bit.ly/BFCIKSH #kittenseason #bottlebabies #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

It's #WittleWhiskersWednesday! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 Free "Kitten Season 101" #webinar TODAY 6/18 5:00-6:30 ET! Learn what it takes to rescue and care for orphaned and feral-born kittens. Register: bit.ly/BFCIKSR #kittenseason #bottlebabies #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

Want to rescue and care for orphaned or feral-born kittens but don't know where to begin? Free "Kitten Season 101" #webinar TOMORROW 6/18 will provide overview of basics. Register: bit.ly/BFCIKSR #kittenseason #bottlebabies #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

Fostering kittens for shelter/rescue adoption will reduce suffering on streets and free up #TNR caretakers to spay/neuter #communitycats. Learn more at free 6/18 "Kitten Season 101" #webinar! Register: bit.ly/BFCIKSR #kittenseason #bottlebabies #fosterkittens #catsofbluesky #bideawee

How do kittens' needs and behaviors change with age, and what types of care do they need from 0 to 8 weeks? Learn this and more at free "Kitten Season 101" #webinar on 6/18! Register: bit.ly/BFCIKSR #kittenseason #bottlebabies #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

What should I do if I bring orphaned or feral-born kittens indoors? Learn this and more at free "Kitten Season 101" #webinar on 6/18! Register: bit.ly/BFCIKSR #kittenseason #bottlebabies #fosterkittens #catsofbluesky #bideawee

How can I tell if and when a kitten needs rescuing? Learn this and more at free "Kitten Season 101" #webinar on 6/18! Register: bit.ly/BFCIKSR #kittenseason #bottlebabies #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

It's #WittleWhiskersWednesday! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 To treat mild diarrhea in kittens, mix formula using 50/50 water & unflavored Pedialyte, add probiotics (Bene-bac, Proviable). Contact vet for sub-Q fluids/antibiotics if it continues. #kittenseason #bottlebabies #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee

It's #WittleWhiskersWednesday! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 To avoid deadly diarrhea in kittens, don't overfeed, don't use canned liquid formula/rancid formula & don't switch brands. Always feed fresh powdered formula (follow label directions). #kittenseason #bottlebabies #fosterkittens #tnr #catsofbluesky #bideawee