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I FOUND KITTENS
Stop — before you do anything, read this. Most outdoor kittens should be left alone.
First: Is mom around?
1. Wait & watch from a distance
Stay well back and observe for at least 4+ hours. Mom may be nearby. Kittens that are warm, sleeping, and not crying are usually fine. If kittens are clean (groomed by Mom) and chunky (being fed) Mom is probably around.
2. Are the kittens in immediate danger?
If they are in a dangerous location (road, flood risk, predator area), gently move them to safety nearby. Don't take them far — mom will find them.
3. If mom doesn't return after 4+ hours
Contact TOAR at tnr@toarwa.org. We can help connect you with an experienced kitten foster or resources for neonatal kittens.
4. If kittens need emergency care
Very young kittens (eyes still closed, under 4 weeks) need specialized care. Contact a local vet or Okanogan Regional Humane at 509-422-9960 or Wenatchee Valley Humane Society at 509-662-9577.
4. If mom is a community cat
Older kittens (6-12 weeks) with a feral mom can be socialized and adopted. Contact TOAR — we support TNR and can connect you with resources for the whole colony.
Don't automatically remove kittens!
A mother cat often leaves her kittens for hours at a time to hunt. Removing kittens from their mother dramatically reduces their chance of survival. Before you do anything, wait and watch.
KEY CONTACTS FOR LOST PETS
TOAR
Kitten resources & TNR -We are not currently fostering , but have turned our focus to fundraising for the people and organizations that are making a significant impact on the lives of our feline friends.
Okanogan Regional Humane
Ashley's Kitten Academy
Wenatchee Valley Humane