Bottle-feeding Whiskers

Bottle-feeding Whiskers Our aim is to give the weakest, most fragile kittens the best chance at a happy life

Bottle-feeding Whiskers is managed by a bottlefeeder with over ten years experience and her two daughters

We take in orphan kittens that would not survive without help.

Meet Fergus. ❤️Fergus's life began with heartbreak. He and his newborn sibling were found alone with no mum. They were p...
21/06/2026

Meet Fergus. ❤️

Fergus's life began with heartbreak. He and his newborn sibling were found alone with no mum. They were placed with a nursing cat in the hope she would accept them, but sadly she didn't. Despite every effort to bottle-feed them, they became dehydrated, and by the time they came into my care, they were tiny, fragile, and fighting to survive.

Both kittens were sneezing constantly and had a severe eye infection hidden beneath his closed eyelid, so they started antibiotics straight away. Despite our best efforts, his sibling didn't make it but our little Fergus continued to grow stronger every day.

Now, around 2 months old, this little survivor has blossomed into a healthy, happy kitten. He has been treated for fleas and worms, fully weaned, and is litter trained. Most importantly, he is finally ready to find the loving forever home he has always deserved.

Having been bottle-fed from such a young age, Fergus adores people and loves having humans nearby. He's affectionate and loves cuddles, although he isn't a kitten who enjoys being carried around or handled constantly.

He would thrive in a calm, quiet home without dogs. Loud noises and busy environments can make him feel overwhelmed, so his perfect family would be adults or older children who understand that he may need a little time and patience to settle in. Once he feels safe, you'll have a loyal little companion who simply enjoys being close to his people. He can easily be the only cat in the house if he had human company.

After such a difficult start, Fergus deserves a lifetime of love, safety, and happiness.

Could you be the one to give this brave little boy the happy ending he's been waiting for? ❤️

💙 Meet Timmy 💙Timmy is the last male of a litter of six tiny kittens I took in from Animal Welfare back in April. Along ...
14/06/2026

💙 Meet Timmy 💙

Timmy is the last male of a litter of six tiny kittens I took in from Animal Welfare back in April. Along with his sister Tina, he was one of the smallest of the group, estimated to be only around 3 weeks old when they came into care.

Unfortunately Tina is currently facing some health issues, so she'll be staying with me a little longer until she's fully recovered. Timmy, however, has grown into a strong, healthy, confident little boy and is more than ready to start the next chapter of his life.

Timmy has the sweetest personality. He loves the company of both cats and dogs, is full of energy and curiosity, and spends his days playing, exploring, and looking for cuddles. He thrives on attention and affection and would make a wonderful addition to a loving family home.

He has been vet checked, microchipped, received his first vaccination, and is fully litter trained. He has also been dewormed and treated for fleas. Animal Welfare will provide his neutering free of charge when he reaches approximately 6 months of age.

After such a difficult start in life, Timmy deserves a forever home where he will be cherished, spoiled, and loved as part of the family.

Please share far and wide to help this special little boy find the forever home he deserves. ❤️🐾

10/06/2026

Here is a glimpse into my life and some ( not all) of the kittens I have been bottle feeding these past two months. I currently have 20 kittens here.... This week 4 went to their forever homes and I welcomed 9 more tiny kittens that needed my help. It's never ending, exhausting but I wouldn't have it any other way.

**🐾 Meet Hunter 🐾**Hunter's story began when he was picked up by animal welfare on 1st May 2026. He was just a tiny tabb...
07/06/2026

**🐾 Meet Hunter 🐾**

Hunter's story began when he was picked up by animal welfare on 1st May 2026. He was just a tiny tabby-and-white kitten, estimated to be only 2–3 weeks old. While little is known about his life before then, one thing became clear very quickly — Hunter was a survivor.

From the moment he was rescued, he was a chunky, strong little boy with a huge zest for life. Now, he's grown into a happy-go-lucky kitten who brings joy wherever he goes. Whether he's chasing toys, investigating every corner of the house, snuggling up for cuddles, or simply following his humans around, Hunter is always looking for fun and affection.

He absolutely loves company and thrives on attention. Hunter is the kind of kitten who wants to be involved in everything and has a wonderful, loving nature that makes him impossible not to adore.

Hunter has recently had his second vet visit, where he was microchipped and received his first vaccination. He is also fully dewormed (twice), de-flead, and litter trained, making him well on his way to being ready for his forever family.

**Hunter's ideal home** would be one with another friendly cat to play, cuddle, and grow up with. He would also do best in a home where he won't be left alone for long periods, as he genuinely loves companionship and being part of family life.

After such a difficult start, Hunter deserves a lifetime of love, security, and happiness. He deserves a family who will treasure his playful spirit, laugh at his antics, and give him the forever home every rescue kitten dreams of.

**Could you be the family Hunter has been waiting for? ❤️🏡**

Please share and help this gorgeous little boy find the loving forever home he deserves. 🐾✨

Theo and Tux Theo and Tux are two brothers that were picked up by animal welfare in April at around 3 weeks of age. Th...
31/05/2026

Theo and Tux

Theo and Tux are two brothers that were picked up by animal welfare in April at around 3 weeks of age. They came to me for bottle feeding and weaning since they were still too small to eat alone. They were raised in a home environment with other cars and dogs so are clean, healthy and friendly.

Theo is the whiter one. He is very playful but is still a bit skittish at times. He would so best in a quiet environment and ideally not with young children. He tolerate dogs but does not enjoy their company but loves playing with other cats.

Theo is scared of nothing. He does well with other cats and dogs and lives playing and cuddles. He would be fine in a family environment.

My dream home for them would be one where they could stay together but I know that it is almost impossible. We are ready to home then separately to the right homes.

Both kittens are animal welfare rescues so they were already vet checked, monitored and dewormed and will be checked again and micro chipped before adoption.

Adoption is not on a first come first served basis and potential homes need to fill in an online adoption questionnaire which will be revised by animal welfare.

Please share this post so that we can find them a home as soon as possible since I need space to be able to get more little ones that need bottle feeding.

Some of the kittens I am fostering that will soon be looking for a home. I am currently very busy with kittens and every...
20/05/2026

Some of the kittens I am fostering that will soon be looking for a home.

I am currently very busy with kittens and every day life and dont have much time to post about my rescues.

However, I do have several bottles fed kittens that are gradually growing and will need safe and loving forever homes in the coming weeks

If you are interested please send a pm and I will get back to you as soon as I can.

26/04/2026

**Important Notice**

Kittens will only be considered for adoption once they have reached at least 8 weeks of age and are deemed healthy, strong, and sufficiently independent.

All newly rescued kittens are kept in isolation for an initial period to allow for proper health assessment and monitoring for common illnesses. This ensures that any medical concerns can be addressed promptly and appropriately.

When kittens become available for adoption, a dedicated post will be shared. As always, an adoption process will follow, including interviews, to ensure each kitten is matched with the most suitable home.

At present, there are no kittens available for adoption or reservation.

**Week 19–25 April**Just when I thought I had already been through the worst of it… this week arrived, and it didn’t hol...
26/04/2026

**Week 19–25 April**

Just when I thought I had already been through the worst of it… this week arrived, and it didn’t hold back.

**19/4 -Sunday**
A tiny premature kitten came in from Żebbuġ through Animal Welfare. Just 60 grams—so impossibly small, so fragile. You could feel how hard life already was for that little body. Despite everything, despite the care behind every 1-2 hours, I lost this baby on the 21st.

**21/4-Tuesday**
A tabby and white little tabby and white boy came from a fosterer. Originally this kitten was found abandoned with two siblings in Rabat and placed with a foster mum cat. However this kitten wasn't growing like the others wasn’t like the others—he was smaller, weaker, struggling. He was even being pushed away, unable to compete, unable to feed. When he came to me I realised that he was badly congested and couldn’t latch on to suckle. We started antibiotics and gave him a fighting chance… hoping it would be enough. In the last days he had improved a lot. Congestion has decreased enough for him to suckle well from a bottle so we are very hopeful for him.

**23/4- Thursday**
A bittersweet moment—my two older kittens left for their new home. Happy tears, knowing they were ready and safe… but also the quiet that follows when they’re gone. For a brief moment, I had time. Space. Breathing room.

It didn’t last long.

**24/4 -Friday**
Two newborns arrived, found alone and rejected by a foster mum who wouldn’t accept them. They had already struggled—unsuccessful bottle feeds, dehydration setting in. Their tiny bodies were sneezing, fighting infections before their eyes had even opened. Antibiotics started, and once again, the clock reset to constant care.

**25/4- Saturday**
The phone started ringing early.

I had plans. A full weekend ahead. For once, something outside of feeding schedules and alarms every couple of hours. But this life doesn’t wait for plans.

Another kitten—around a week old—found near the Maritime Hotel. Cold. Barely responsive. Hanging on by the thinnest thread. Of course, I said yes.

And then more.

Later in the afternoon six kittens came in through Animal Welfare—likely from three different litters, all different ages varying between, 3.5 weeks to 6 weeks approximately, all needing help.

In just 24 hours, I went from two kittens… to eleven.

Eleven tiny lives, all depending on me.

Right now, I’m beyond full capacity. There’s no room left, no extra hours in the day—only hope that things will stabilise. That the older ones will soon eat on their own, use the litter, gain strength… that the weight of it all will ease, even just a little.

Because this is what this season does—it overwhelms, it tests, it pushes you to your limits.

And all I can do now… is hope the phone stays quiet, at least for a little while.

The last couple of weeks broke me a little.The first half of April of was one of those periods of time where no matter h...
26/04/2026

The last couple of weeks broke me a little.

The first half of April of was one of those periods of time where no matter how much you give, how hard you try, it just doesn’t feel like enough. Tiny lives came in, one after another—each one fragile, each one depending on a chance they never really had to begin with.

There was the beautiful little ginger boy who couldn’t stand, likely from brain trauma… the sweet kitten born with a cleft palate… a premature baby weighing just 69g who fought so hard, only to slip away after days of round-the-clock care. And then the ones that seem to be doing well—until suddenly, without warning, they’re gone.

By mid month, I was exhausted. Not just physically, but emotionally. I genuinely thought about stopping. About not putting myself through this kind of heartbreak again.

And then on Friday 18th the phone rang.

A feeder I trust called about a 2.5-week-old kitten found alone. She hadn’t eaten in over 24 hours and was too young to survive without help. I hesitated. I admitted I wasn’t having much success lately, that I didn’t understand what I was doing wrong. But she believed in me. Completely.

And somehow, that gave me just enough strength to say yes.

When she arrived, I only had two older kittens who were already quite independent, so I could dedicate everything to this tiny soul. And this time… she held on. She fought. She’s still here, over a week later, and doing well.

A small light in a very heavy week.

But the reality didn’t soften for long. On Sunday 19th at 9.30pm, another call came—this time about a premature kitten brought in through welfare. She was feisty at first, full of spirit, but whatever she had endured before was too much. By early Tuesday morning, she was gone.

So the week ended with four kittens in my care. Three are thriving. One is still incredibly fragile, needing feeds every 1–2 hours, every moment uncertain.

This is the season when it truly feels like kittens are falling from the sky—constant, overwhelming, relentless.

And somehow… despite everything… we keep going.

Because sometimes, one survives. And sometimes, that has to be enough.

And as if the last couple of weeks hadn’t already taken everything out of me… the days that followed, from the 19th to the 25th of April, brought even more.

So much more that it deserves a story of its own.

Because some weeks don’t just pass through you quietly… they leave a mark. They demand to be felt, to be remembered, to be told properly.

And this was one of them.

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