Kitten Season

Kitten Season & Fostering at Michigan Humane

Each year, Michigan Humane experiences “kitten season,” when warmer weather leads to an increase in kittens entering local shelters. During this time, foster families play a vital role in caring for kittens of all ages. They provide food, safety, and socialization until the kittens are healthy, old enough to be sterilized, and ready for adoption. Many of these kittens are neonatal and require extra attention and support.

Help provide care, comfort, and enrichment to animals in need:

  • Kitten season usually runs from February/March through October.

  • Warmer weather and longer daylight encourage cats to breed and give birth.

  • Foster families provide temporary care and nurturing for kittens.

  • Many fostered kittens are under 8 weeks old and need special care.

Learn About Kitten Fostering

Learn more about kitten fostering and how you can help care for vulnerable kittens during kitten season with insights. Discover how foster families play a vital role in helping kittens grow healthy and ready for adoption.

Ready to make an impact and become a foster?

Can’t foster but still want to help?

Donating items from our Kitten Shower registry can be life-changing for kittens and their foster families. Things like kitten formula, heating pads, crates, towels, and more keep kittens happy and healthy.
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