Hi,
Last night we picked up a beautiful 9 week old kitten. We've been looking to add a furry friend to our family and it's been long awaited!
However, it's very very scared. I've had kittens before, although never just a single one and I know they hide and need space to explore, but in nearly a day, the kitten has just hidden in one spot, not eaten, drank anything or (by the look of it) done any sort of poo/wee. How can I help encourage her out of her hiding place?
Also, when I moved her into the room she's currently hiding in, she was really scared and bit my finger, really really hard. I had to move her somewhere safe so she could hide for as long as she needs.
The bite was incredibly painful, bled a lot and was deep but it only looks like a pin prick. She's not been vaccinated yet, and we only got her last night. Reading online, it seems people recommend medical advice but with the almost non wound on my finger, I think I'd be over reacting?
If I can upload a photo I will. It's deep but literally just like a needle would puncture, you'll have to squint to see it! Shall I get seen to?