• Kittens are easy to care for – they don’t need to be walked or bathed as they are born independent and manage everything themselves.

• Kittens do not need constant human company, especially if they are 2 together. Therefore, it is always advisable and easier to raise 2 kittens together.

• Create a sleeping place – Place an old T-shirt or towel in a small box or basket so that the kitten can be placed in it for the night. It should be in a quiet place in your house. A hot water bottle wrapped in a towel and placed in the ‘bed’ makes it really comfortable and warm. A stuffed toy can act as a surrogate mother, or stuff clean old socks with cloth/cotton and put them in the sleeping box along with the kitten to keep it cozy and warm.

• Feeding – Up to 3 months of age, kittens should be fed 3 to 4 times a day at regular intervals.

• From 6 months onwards, feeding twice a day at regular times is recommended.

• Place a bowl of fresh water near the kittens feeding bowl. Change the water everyday.