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One of the first things a new mother cat will do is carry her kittens around to ensure that they're safe and secure. But how exactly do cats carry their kittens ? Keep reading to learn the answer to this question and more!

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Second, carrying the kittens by the scruff of their necks is how the mother moves them from one spot to another in the first few weeks of their lives. So, why do cats carry their young this way?

Is it safe for kittens to be carried this way? Yes, when the mother cat does the scruffing, it is safe and does not harm the kittens . It is a natural way for her to manage them without causing pain. Should humans scruff cats to carry them? Humans should avoid scruffing cats as a method of handling because it can cause stress and discomfort.

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The mice pups feel the grasp of their mother and their brains tell them to tuck and freeze, all while feeling calm. The result is that the mother has an easier time transporting the babies to safety. It is very likely that kittens ( and most mammals) are wired the same way. What a clever adaption these animals have devised! Don't worry.

Newborn kittens are not able to walk by themselves for a few weeks so they need to be carried around by their mother. How do mama cats do this safely?