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Another quesiton about new babies

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Question
My doe started her nesting behaviour about a week ago and I placed a cardboard box into her room with hay so that she could nest. Yesterday afternoon, she started pulling her hair and has made two nests. She has two litterboxes and made one of the nests in one of the litterboxes and the other in her small cage/carrier. There is more hay in the litterbox nest, but she gave birth in the cage. Overniht I see she has pulled more fur, but I am still concerned they are not warm enough. The cage "nest" is the darker option, but the litterbox "nest" is more nest-like with more hay? Should I move the nest and if so into which nest? I have seen her licking them, but am still to check if they are well fed. Any other advice regarding the new family additions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!"


Answer
Hi Lugene'
 No,I wouldn't move the nest right now. The mother will provide everything they need.  She will make sure that they are warm enough and fed well ect.
 I advise leaving the mother and babies alone for at least 2 days before making any changes.  Always rub your hands on the cage floor or in the litter to remove your smell,which can turn her off her babies,if you absolutely must touch them.
 But remeber that mom will do all she can to take the best care of her young,without any interference.
 Good luck and enjoy!
Elizabeth