Why Cats Bring Their Kittens to their Owners
Cats are often mysterious creatures, leaving us with many questions as pet owners. One of the most common queries we receive from cat parents is “why did my cat bring me her kitten?” There are a variety of reasons why cats may choose to share their kittens with us and it’s important to understand these motivations in order to provide the best care for your furry family members.
The Nursing Instinct
One reason cats may bring their kittens to you could be because they are looking for help in nursing them. Many female cats will search out quiet places, such as a closet or our bedroom, when looking for a safe place to keep her babies away from danger or distraction. The mother cat might even seek out comfort and warmth by bringing her newborns near our body heat and protection. If this is the case, then it’s important not handle the kittens too much – just let them stay close until momma feels comfortable enough that she can take over again on her own.
A Desire For Affection
Another possible explanation is that your feline friend just wants some attention and love! When we show affection towards one of our cats they often return it in kind by showing off what’s most important thing in their life: their litter! Bringing us those cute little bundles of joy can be seen as an act of sharing something very special with their beloved humans; so don’t forget about showering mommy kitty with lots of love too!
Fearful Behavior
In certain cases, if your cat is feeling scared or threatened within its environment then it might try find shelter elsewhere – like near you! Cats have powerful survival instincts which drive them toward safety when danger arises; thus making sure that any offspring are also taken out of harm’s way instinctively becomes top priority for mama-cat. So if you notice signs of fearfulness or aggression coming from one your felines (such as hissing), remove any potential threats before allowing other animals around him/her again once everything has calmed down.
