For a kitten, never let them go without food for longer than 12 hours.Dec 24, 2020
Can kittens go 8 hours without food?
You will need to feed the kittens about every 2-3 hours. If they are sleeping, don't wake them, wait until they are awake to feed them. If you feed them every 2-3 hours through the day, you should be able to sleep yourself about 6-8 hours without feeding them. ... The kittens should have a good suckle reflex.
What do you do if your kitten won't eat?
- Try different kitten food flavours and textures.
- Warm the food to body temperature to make it more enticing for the kitten – this is especially important if the food has been kept in the fridge.
How do I get my kitten to eat food?
Try different kitten food flavours and textures. Warm the food to body temperature to make it more enticing for the kitten – this is especially important if the food has been kept in the fridge. Change the food bowl and make sure it's wide, shallow, and if possible, ceramic or glass.
How long can a kitten go without eating?
Kittens need to be fed every 4 to 6 hours for better development. A starving kitten will start waning out of hunger. They can usually survive up to 4 days to a week without food but this starving can lead to serious liver issues in your kitty. A starved kitten will have low immunity.