Bideawee's Feral Cat Initiative

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A program of Bideawee that supports the work of those who practice Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) in New York City and Long Island to improve the lives of feral and stray community cats and reduce the number of kittens being born on the streets Bideawee’s Feral Cat Initiative supports the work of organizations and individuals who help feral and stray community cats through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) in New York City and Long Island.

With wary feral mamas whispering warnings in their ears, kittens are not born tame. Before they can be adopted, dedicate...
07/12/2025

With wary feral mamas whispering warnings in their ears, kittens are not born tame. Before they can be adopted, dedicated foster volunteers must convince them that humans are a safe source of friendship, food, affection, and fun. Learn the best socialization techniques to turn hissing hiders into confident cuddlers at our free "Taming Feral Kittens for Adoption" webinar on July 16!

Can't attend on 7/16? No problem! Everyone who registers will receive links to the webinar recording and handout the next day.

Register: https://bit.ly/BFCITFKR

Bideawee's Feral Cat Initiative invites you to sharpen your kitten season skills by learning how to transform the lives ...
07/10/2025

Bideawee's Feral Cat Initiative invites you to sharpen your kitten season skills by learning how to transform the lives of "spicy" feral-born kittens through gentle socialization in preparation for adoption. Whether you are new to kitten taming or would just like a refresher in the best socialization techniques, check out our free "Taming Feral Kittens for Adoption" webinar on July 16!

Can't attend on 7/16? No problem! Everyone who registers will receive links to the webinar recording and handout the next day.

Register: https://bit.ly/BFCITFKR

07/09/2025

It's ! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛

How to Safely Remove Fleas from Kittens Under 8 Weeks

Tips:
• Pre-warm the bathroom by closing the door and running the shower
• Have fresh, clean bedding ready and waiting for bathed kittens
• Wash, rinse, and dry kittens one by one, as quickly as possible

Supplies:
• Flea comb or other very fine-toothed comb
• Mild dishwashing liquid (regular Dawn and Lemon Joy work well)
• Soft towels (such as dish towels) and wash cloths with no loops to catch on tiny claws
• Cup for mixing sudsy solution: ½ tsp. (2.5 ml) dishwashing liquid in 1 cup (250 ml) warm water (100°F/38°C)
• Blow-dryer (always on low setting)

Flea-Bathing Technique:
• Hold kitten gently by scruff (it'll help keep them still)
• Dip your fingers in the sudsy solution
• Make a soapy ring around the head/neck and tail/anus to prevent fleas from hiding in body cavities
• Part hair and work soap onto skin
• Soap up whole body and rinse right off
• To bathe head, comb out fleas and dip comb into sudsy water
• Don't get soap in their eyes, nose, or mouth!
• Soap solution kills fleas nearly on contact

Rinsing:
• Rinse kittens with warm water (100°F/38°C) without submerging into basin
• Towel-dry, then blow-dry on lowest setting, constantly moving dryer back and forth
• Place kittens in warm nest with fresh bedding

Learn more in our free "Bottle-Feeding and Care of Orphaned Kittens" webinar:
On-Demand Recording: https://bit.ly/BFCIBFKV
Handout: https://bit.ly/BFCIBFKH

And for in-depth info on raising kittens:
Kitten Lady : https://kittenlady.org/kitten-care
National Kitten Coalition : https://kittencoalition.org

It's ! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 A flea bath with mild dish soap (e.g., regular Dawn or Lemon Joy) is the safest, most effective way to...
07/09/2025

It's ! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 A flea bath with mild dish soap (e.g., regular Dawn or Lemon Joy) is the safest, most effective way to kill fleas for kittens under 8 weeks old. A solution of 2.5 ml of soap to 250 ml of water is strong enough to kill fleas and rinses away easily. Fleas may survive the first bath by hiding in a kitten's nose or other cavities, so continue to check for fleas and bathe again as needed. Kittens under 8 weeks can't receive topical flea preventives.

Learn more in our free "Bottle-Feeding and Care of Orphaned Kittens" webinar:
On-Demand Recording: https://bit.ly/BFCIBFKV
Handout: https://bit.ly/BFCIBFKH

And for in-depth info on raising kittens:
Kitten Lady: https://kittenlady.org/kitten-care
National Kitten Coalition: https://kittencoalition.org

With wary feral mamas whispering warnings in their ears, kittens are not born tame. Before they can be adopted, dedicate...
07/08/2025

With wary feral mamas whispering warnings in their ears, kittens are not born tame. Before they can be adopted, dedicated foster volunteers must convince them that humans are a safe source of friendship, food, affection, and fun. Learn the best socialization techniques to transform tiny tigers 🐯🐯🐯 into adoption-ready snugglers 😻😻😻 at our free "Taming Feral Kittens for Adoption" webinar on July 16!

Can't attend on 7/16? No problem! Everyone who registers will receive links to the webinar recording and handout the next day.

Register: https://bit.ly/BFCITFKR

Summer is here in New York City and Long Island, and long days and warm weather are once again fueling "kitten season," ...
07/06/2025

Summer is here in New York City and Long Island, and long days and warm weather are once again fueling "kitten season," the months when unfixed cats are most likely to breed. Rescuing vulnerable feral-born kittens from outdoor dangers and adopting them into loving indoor homes is one of the goals of Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), and these tiny tigers need dedicated foster volunteers to convince them that humans are a safe source of friendship, food, affection, and fun.

Bideawee's Feral Cat Initiative invites you to sharpen your kitten season skills by learning how to transform these precious lives. Whether you are new to kitten taming or would just like a refresher in the best socialization techniques, we hope you will attend our free Taming Feral Kittens for Adoption webinar on Wednesday, July 16!

Please join us on July 16, and spread the word to friends who also may want to volunteer to help kittens this year!

Can't attend on 7/16? No problem! Everyone who registers will receive links to the webinar recording and handout the next day.

Register: https://bit.ly/BFCITFKR

It's ! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 Do you encounter shy or defensive kittens or cats in your TNR or other animal rescue work? Want to lea...
07/02/2025

It's ! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 Do you encounter shy or defensive kittens or cats in your TNR or other animal rescue work? Want to learn how to bring them in from the streets and out of their shells? If so, our free webinar on Wednesday, July 16, is for you!

Using videos of successful techniques, combined with insights into the biological development of kittens, we will teach you how to tame and socialize feral kittens quickly and efficiently so they can be adopted into indoor homes. These techniques also work on low-confidence tame cats as well as some older ferals.

Can't attend on 7/16? No problem! Everyone who registers will receive links to the webinar recording and handout the next day.

Register: https://bit.ly/BFCITFKR

It's ! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 Fleas can literally suck the life out of newborn kittens, so checking for and getting rid of fleas is ...
07/02/2025

It's ! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 Fleas can literally suck the life out of newborn kittens, so checking for and getting rid of fleas is a high priority in kitten rescue. Fleas feed on kittens' blood, causing deadly anemia in severe cases. Without a mother cat to diligently groom away fleas, larvae, and eggs, orphaned newborns are defenseless against flea infestations. A few fleas can quickly multiply into an infestation.

Kittens with severe flea anemia are often lethargic, and their gums are pale pink to white instead of the normal pink color. Seek veterinary treatment right away for these cases. Fleas also often transmit intestinal parasites to kittens, causing diarrhea.

You may see fleas crawling across areas with sparse fur, such as the belly. Don't see fleas? Use a flea comb at the base of the tail to comb out any "flea dirt" — black specks that are in fact flea f***s composed of digested blood. Tap the flea comb on a damp white napkin or dip in water. If the dirt blooms red, it's flea dirt. And if one kitten in a litter has fleas, assume they all do.

Kittens under 8 weeks old can't receive topical flea medication — a flea bath is the safe and effective treatment. Next week, we'll show you how to give a flea bath to kittens who are too young for flea medication.

Learn more in our free "Bottle-Feeding and Care of Orphaned Kittens" webinar:
On-Demand Recording: https://bit.ly/BFCIBFKV
Handout: https://bit.ly/BFCIBFKH

And for in-depth info on raising kittens:
Kitten Lady: https://kittenlady.org/kitten-care
National Kitten Coalition: https://kittencoalition.org

The 4th of July is coming up on Friday, and that means FIREWORKS! 🎆🇺🇸🎇As many people who live with pet cats know, firewo...
07/01/2025

The 4th of July is coming up on Friday, and that means FIREWORKS! 🎆🇺🇸🎇

As many people who live with pet cats know, fireworks can frighten your feline friends into hiding under the bed or in the closet. Closing windows and curtains and turning on the TV and air conditioner can help reduce the flashes and noise. But what can cats who live outdoors do, and how can you help them?

The good news is that just like pet cats, community cats have an instinct to find a good hiding place and stay put during scary fireworks. Depending on what type of territory they have, your outdoor Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) colony cats may be able to get even further away from the noise than your indoor pet cats. Some TNR caretakers help protect their colony cats by giving them an extra big meal early in the day well before evening fireworks, so if they need to hole up for an entire day, they won't be so hungry.

Stay safe, and happy 4th!

It's ! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 Upper respiratory infection (URI) is common in kittens growing up outdoors, and it can kill them or le...
06/25/2025

It's ! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 Upper respiratory infection (URI) is common in kittens growing up outdoors, and it can kill them or leave them permanently blind. Usually caused by a herpes virus, URI symptoms include discharge or crust on the eyes and nose. The symptoms progress quickly when left untreated — in a matter of days, the eyes can go from "goopy" to swollen, and end up rupturing. Even milder URI symptoms can be life-threatening. Kittens with excessive nasal discharge may not eat because they can't smell their food, and kittens temporarily blinded by eye discharge may wander into grave danger.

The best first-aid treatment for a kitten with a crusty or "goopy" nose and eyes is a simple cleaning with plain water. Cleaning is a must — otherwise, the discharge seals in the infection, helping it get worse faster. To clean a sick kitten's nose and eyes, slowly and gently dab the area with a warm, damp cloth to soften the crust, then wipe it away very gently. Repeat as necessary to keep the nose and eyes clear. Consult a veterinarian if cleaning alone doesn't clear the symptoms, or if the kitten has more serious symptoms. A vet may prescribe antibiotics to help manage secondary infections.

Learn more in our free "Bottle-Feeding and Care of Orphaned Kittens" webinar:
On-Demand Recording: https://bit.ly/BFCIBFKV
Handout: https://bit.ly/BFCIBFKH

And for in-depth info on raising kittens:
Kitten Lady: https://kittenlady.org/kitten-care
National Kitten Coalition: https://kittencoalition.org

Did you miss our free "Kitten Season 101" webinar on 6/18, but still want to learn what it takes to rescue and care for ...
06/19/2025

Did you miss our free "Kitten Season 101" webinar on 6/18, but still want to learn what it takes to rescue and care for orphaned and feral-born kittens to prepare them for adoption? The recording is available on-demand here:

Video: https://bit.ly/BFCIKSV
Handout: https://bit.ly/BFCIKSH

It's ! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 Appropriate, age-specific care is crucial to each kitten's survival and adoption success. Learn the ba...
06/18/2025

It's ! 💙🐈‍⬛🐈🐈‍⬛💛 Appropriate, age-specific care is crucial to each kitten's survival and adoption success. Learn the basics of what it takes to rescue and care for orphaned and feral-born kittens at our free "Kitten Season 101" webinar TODAY, Wednesday, June 18, 5:00-6:30 ET!

Can't attend live today? No problem! Everyone who registers will receive links to the webinar recording and handout tomorrow.

Register: https://bit.ly/BFCIKSR

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Bideawee’s Feral Cat Initiative supports the efforts of organizations and individuals who work to help feral and stray community cats through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) in New York City and Greater NYC, with the goal of humanely reducing the population of community cats. http://bideawee.org