How Old Is That Kitten? Use Our Kitten Aging Chart to Find Out!

If you’ve found a kitten and aren’t sure how old they are, you’re not alone — it’s one of the most common questions we get. Whether you’re fostering, rescuing, or caring for a surprise litter, understanding a kitten’s age is essential to providing the right care.

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That’s where our kitten aging chart comes in!

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Use this easy, visual guide to:

• Estimate a kitten’s age based on weight, teeth, eyes, ears, and mobility

• Learn what to expect week-by-week — from newborns to 6 weeks

• Know when to introduce solid food and litter boxes

• Provide the right warmth, nutrition, and care based on developmental stage

 

Knowing a kitten’s age helps determine:

• Whether they need to be bottle-fed or can eat on their own

• If they’re old enough for spay/neuter or adoption

• How to socialize them safely and effectively

 

View or download our kitten development chart and start giving your kittens the age-appropriate care they need to grow up happy and healthy.