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Annabelle my cat

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Question
Annabelle was spayed 2 weeks ago.  2 days ago I brought 2 kittens for company for her as she is on her own. She has mothered them and lets them suckle her. Which I stop. However she is very stressed about being apart from them. What advise would you be able to give to prevent them suckling and or keep them apart as I am worried this will be harmful for her.
Thank you for your help.
philippa

Answer
Phillippa,

How old are the kittens?  

Even though she was spayed, the hormones often take up to 6 weeks to dissipate.

The kittens suckling, although a bit of a pain, will not harm her.

Hopefully, the kittens will outgrow that. There is no good way I know to stop the habit!  

Best regards... Norm.