Helping Shelters & Fosters Raise Confident, Healthy Kittens – Video Series
Caring for young kittens in a shelter or foster setting means more than just meeting their physical needs—it’s about supporting their emotional wellbeing, socialization, and stress-free development.
This series of short, practical videos are designed to help shelter teams and foster caregivers create a healthy, low-stress environment for kittens in their care.
In this video series, you’ll learn:
- How to create a calm, stress-free space for kittens
- How to recognize and respond to early signs of fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS)
- The importance of early socialization and how to set kittens up for a lifetime of confidence
Sponsored by our friends at Virox. Narration by Tabitha Kucera, CCBC, RVT, KPA-CTP, VTS (Behavior), Elite FFCP-V
Video #1 – Environment
Creating the right environment is the first step to helping kittens thrive. Watch this video to learn more about building the perfect environment for kittens to feel safe and ready for their forever homes.
Video #2 – Identifying FAS
Did you know kittens communicate through their behavior from birth? Recognizing fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) early can make a world of difference in their development. Learn why identifying FAS can support kittens on their journey to adoption.
Video #3 – Socialization
The critical window for socializing kittens is between two and nine weeks. During this time, positive experiences with people, other animals, and new environments shape their ability to handle future stress. Discover how early socialization helps prepare kittens for their forever homes.
