If a newborn kitten is an orphan, it can be handled right away in order to give feedings, but if the mother cat is present, handling should be kept to a minimum. Avoid overhandling newborn kittens until they are several weeks old with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on kitten care.

Expert: Dr. James Talbott
Bio: Dr. James R. Talbott is a staff veterinarian at Belle Forest Animal Hospital and Kennel in Nashville, Tenn.
Filmmaker: Dimitri LaBarge