death in inevitable. how we cope with it, carry it, and embrace it is up to us.
our kittens:
who they are and what brought them to us
we work predominantly with kittens to raise awareness of kitten mortality.
tragically, many kittens do not survive long enough to reach adulthood. while rates vary across breeds and environments, it is estimated that up to 40% of kittens born do not survive their first year of life.
these losses are often due to the harsh realities of street cat life, which is marked by predation, infectious disease, malnutrition, and fear. the overpopulation of shelters also impacts these kittens, as there are often inadequate resources for providing them care. it is a heartbreaking reality that kittens are the most likely age range and species to pass away in a shelter.
this information should not be ignored, and the losses that result from them should not go without memorialization. at precious preservations, we adopt out little angels who were unable to thrive in life. it is our hope that these little ones will not be forgotten, and that their memory will help prevent future kittens be born into hardship.
for more information, please read the below or reach out with questions.
kitten mortality rates
neonatology in small animals - veterinary information network
risk factors for kittens under 8 weeks old - journal of feline medicine and surgery
spay/neuter information
cat spay/abort - feral/community cats
cat spay/abort - pet cats