How are the kittens socialized?
A. The first few weeks the kittens live in a birthing enclosure with their mother. We handle them daily to get them used to human contact right away so we become their second parents. Once they are walking, they are free to wonder within the nursery. By 5-6 weeks of age, they have gained more independence and an intense curiosity about the world around them. At that time, their space expands to a full level with climbing apparatus, sisal rope-wrapped scratching posts, and toys. At this point they are interacting with adult cats, other family members, and most likely kittens from another litter. They are also handled more frequently by their humans as they get used to the noise and activity of an active household. When our kittens go home, they have been exposed to children and adults. By 8 weeks of age, they have the run of the house. Everywhere we turn, there are kittens playing. It is a great environment for our family members. My husband and I spend a minimum of 5 hours a day, handl
