To stimulate defecation in kittens, use gauze dipped in water and gently massage the anus and abdomen until defecation stops; it is recommended to do this about 15-30 minutes before or after eating.

Kittens should be stimulated to defecate before and after eating

Before the kitten eats, or about 15-30 minutes after eating, help the kitten stimulate anal excretion. It doesn’t matter if there is no excretion for the time being, as long as it ensures 1-2 excretion per day. If there is no excretion for a long time, you need to seek medical attention immediately.

Massage the anus of kittens to stimulate defecation

1. Let the kitten maintain a suitable posture for massage. After the kitten has eaten, hold its belly with one hand and lift it up so that its tail faces you. Be gentle when holding the kitten, but be careful not to let the kitten get out of your hand.

2. Hold a damp cloth dipped in warm water in the other hand. Wipe the kitten's abdomen and anus with a damp cloth to stimulate the kitten to defecate. It is best to use a light-colored cloth to make it easier to see whether the kitten is constipated.

3. Always pay attention to whether the kitten has symptoms of constipation. If not, continue to massage the anal area. When the kitten starts to urinate, the hand massaging its anus will feel warm currents. Continue massaging until the kitten stops urinating, and then continue to check whether the kitten has started to defecate.

Kittens should be cleaned promptly after irritated defecation

1. After the kitten has defecated, clean its butt first, and then wipe the anus with a dry towel or dry rag to prevent infection or skin allergies.

2. Put the kitten back into the cat's nest and cover it with a thin blanket to keep warm.

3. Cleaning utensils, if you use cotton balls and gauze, you can discard them directly. If you use gauze, please wash it carefully after use.

4. Wash your hands carefully after massaging the kitten. Even if your hands don't directly touch the kitten's anus, it may be contaminated with kitten excrement. After massaging your kitten, wash your hands with antibacterial soap and warm water.