Found Kittens Flow Chart

Found a litter of kittens and not sure what to do? This calm, step-by-step flowchart walks you through the critical first hour — so you can act fast and give them the best shot.

Designed by the Esther Neonatal Kitten Alliance, it turns a panicky moment into four clear decisions:

• Could mom come back? — how to tell if the kittens should be left alone
• Are they warm? — the #1 thing to check before anything else
• Do they need a vet right now? — an at-a-glance emergency red-flag checklist
• Stabilize & get help — what to do while you line up a rescue or foster

Plus two bonus tip boxes: the classic "flour trick" for spotting a returning mom, and the critical "never do this" list.

What you get

• 1 print-ready PDF, formatted for standard 8.5×11" paper
• Clean, friendly design that prints beautifully in color or grayscale
• Instant digital download — print at home or share the file

Perfect for fosters, rescuers, TNR volunteers, vet clinics, and anyone who wants to be ready before kitten season hits.

Stick it on the fridge, in your foster kit, or in the break room.

Not medical advice — always consult your veterinarian for care specific to your kittens.