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

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83. Give them time to get used to the

indoor environment. Don't be in a hurry to let them out. They need to be comfortable whether inside or outside. I would say don't let any of them outside for AT LEAST 2 weeks if not 3 or 4. Again, you need to go in every day, several times a day, sit in one position, talk to them and let them know you are not a threat and are the source of their meals, shelter and care and continue to try to interact with them. The kittens are the most pliable and will be the easiest to domesticate. Interact with them by playing and bribing with yummy foods. Kittens HAVE to play and if you come in with string and something attached to it, they won't be able to resist. Play is one of the primary ways to be able to make physical contact which is your primary goal at first. Once you can touch them they become suckers for kitty rubs. Mom will be more reluctant but be persistent. It's vital that you be able to touch all of them freely. Once they've been domesticated, THEN AND ONLY THEN let them out. I can't stress that enough. While they're in captivity, of course, you can get everyone used to using a litter box which is a HUGE plus when considering adoptability.

There really is no immediate rush to get the kittens spayed/neutered as they won't be sexually maturing for another several weeks. But remember, once you can easily interact with them it should be no problem getting them into the pet carrier and to the vet when it's time for them to go.

Let me know if there's anything else you need.

LTH