Why does my 3 month old kitten suck on my blanket?

If kittens partake in blanket sucking when they are still young, it’s likely that they were weaned too young or are using blanket sucking as a form of self-comfort. Most kittens grow out of this behavior as they age, particularly as they eat more solid food and establish their places in the household.

Should I let my kitten nurse on my blanket?

“Kittens should remain with their moms until they are 12 weeks old. Some will continue to try to nurse on their mum but will eventually grow out of it.” Be concerned: Wool sucking, however, can become more serious if the kitten or cat prefers to suck on fabric items.

Why does my 3 month old kitten still try to nurse?

Suckling — simulating nursing accompanied by rhythmic kneading — in kittens may be because they were weaned too early or were orphaned. Murphee is not even 3 months old yet, but he’s already had a pretty hard life, and even though he’s safe in his new home, he may find nursing comforting, reminding him of his mom.

Should I let my kitten nurse on me?

Over time, your kittens will get the message that suckling on your skin is not an acceptable kitten behavior. It will take some time to break this habit, but you will be much more comfortable when you do. And they will love you just as much!

Will my cat ever stop nursing on blankets?

Should I Be Concerned About Blanket Sucking? Most kittens outgrow this behavior around 10 to 12 months of age, as it’s when they reach social maturity, Dr. Herman said. That said, some cats may continue to exhibit this behavior with reduced intensity and frequency later on in life.

Do they make pacifiers for kittens?

A kitten pacifier can be used to wean a kitten off its mother. It is considered necessary when a kitten is removed from mom too early, but some kittens will benefit from one regardless of age. A pacifier can also help build trust.

When should kittens stop nursing?

Most kittens take between four and six weeks to be weaned from their mother or a bottle (if orphaned). The weaning process is relatively brief — a typical kitten will be entirely weaned when they are between eight and ten weeks old.

How long should kittens nurse?

Timeline for Weaning Kittens The weaning process usually continues for about another month until the kittens are fully weaned between eight and 10 weeks of age. During this time, the kittens will still occasionally nurse on their mother but they will also start to eat liquid kitten food.