

They're not actually that expensive at the lower end although we got a larger one, which was about 700€, rather than one in the 300-400€ range. It took a significant burden from the primary carers with no need to worry about kittens getting too cold on heating pads especially overnight. Because of this, we bought an incubator a year ago and it made a big difference. Our small rescue is the only one that takes neonatal kittens in our region of Portugal.

We were able to get an incubator so we're pretty excited to give it a try this spring! Thanks for all you do to help the kittens in need. But recently my organization applied for a grant from Petfinder and got funding for some cat/kitten enrichment supplies. I have always gotten along just fine using a pet heating pad on it's lowest setting. That being said, I have found a ton of useful tools/tips/information from The Kitten Lady's website. Hi Ruth, I have been bottle feeding kittens for about 5 years now and know that they can be so fragile and sometimes with our very best intentions they still don't make it.

Maddies University provides very helpful information (especially the Stomach Capacity and Feeding Chart), but if you think it could help I'd be happy to talk with you and see if we can figure out what you can do to save more tiny lives. Hi, Ruth! I've been rescuing neonatal kittens for more than 25 years now and I understand your frustration! Fortunately, there are things you can do to improve your live outcomes, and buying an expensive incubator is not a requirement. I have always just used heating pads? Any feedback would be appreciated. My question - would an incubator make that much difference? The good ones are pricey and I would need to purchase one for the shelter and one for my home as they travel back and forth to work with me. This year I am determined to be more successful and doing tons of research. My only training has been buy formula, feed every two hours, and potty. We have a steady stream of newborn kittens entering our shelter every summer and I am the only one that will foster but lose so many. I viewed the Dallas Animal Services' Kitten and Puppy Neonatal Guide in the forum library and have a question. Product Dimensions : 21.6 x 15.Subject: Would an incubator make that much of a difference? Item Dimensions LxWxH: 21.6 x 15.7 x 17 inches (Incubator Box Needs To Be Assembled, With Kennel Mat)
