Hey Cat-Savvy Du'ers -- For the Love of a Cat named Nikita -- a continuation (Part 3) UPDATE

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81. OK, this is how concerned I am for your fur babies.

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I'm actually posting in The Lounge and I NEVER post in The Lounge.

As one who has raised kitties for 30+ years, both feral and non-feral and everything in between, PLEASE, bring her in with her babies. I disagree with the person who said to separate her from her babies. That will add GREATLY to her and the kitten's anxiety and being around her babies will aid in her recovery. This is also a great opportunity to domesticate her, at least to some degree. This is VITALLY important because if she ever needs medical attention again, you need to be able to touch her to do it.

This is my methodology for bringing in feral cats:

Give them their own room, shut the door and let them be. Make sure they have a "hidy spot" that you always respect and never go into. I then, periodically throughout the day, go an just sit and talk to them. They're usually hiding but that's OK. If the kittens are used to you, bring something in to play with the kittens. That will interest mom. Once they're old enough, don't be afraid to bribe the kittens (hot dogs are great for this purpose). That will also interest mom. If you can just get to the point where you can touch her and give her "kitty rubs," that's usually what it takes to break the ice and she will become approachable.