How many hours do 2 month old kittens sleep?

After two months, your kitten sleeps an average of 18 hours per day like an adult. Her sleep cycle could be then split into a phase of sound sleep (20-25 minutes) followed by a phase of REM-paradoxal-dreaming (5 minutes). She now sleeps alone, often in warm, sunny, comfortable places, high off the ground.

How many hours should a 7 week old kitten sleep?

Your kitten sleeps a lot — about 20 hours a day. The other four hours he will go nonstop. He’s ready for human interaction, but keep it positive.

How much should an 8 week old kitten sleep?

Well, perhaps the largest part of your new kitten’s time will be spent sleeping. Cats sleep a lot throughout their lives, but an 8 week old cat really does sleep for much of the day, and your kitten will probably be asleep for at least 18 hours out of every 24.

Is my kitten sleeping too much?

If your cat begins to sleep a lot more or a lot less than is usual for him/her there may be a health issue, it’s time to visit your vet. Cats who begin to sleep more than usual could be ill or experiencing pain.

Is it normal that my kitten sleeps all day?

The short answer is that kittens need a lot of sleep. They will sleep from 18-22 hours a day, and will be moving non-stop in the short times they are awake. Don’t be concerned about this amount of sleep as it’s perfectly normal for your kitten and allows their proper development in becoming an adult cat.

Should I let my kitten sleep all day?

See our information on introducing children to a new cat or kitten. At this age, the kitten needs plenty of rest so always allow the kitten to sleep uninterrupted. If you have a kitten cage you can simply put it away for a while so it can rest in peace.

Will a kitten sleep all night?

Do kittens sleep through the night? Not always – it’s common for kittens to wake up throughout the night. While it’s true that kittens love snoozing and they can sleep up to 18-20 hours a day, it doesn’t always happen when humans are asleep. Cats are generally active at dawn and dusk.

How can you tell if a kitten is lethargic?

A healthy cat who’s just sleepy will react to your touch; he’d open his eyes and maybe move a little bit before falling asleep again. A lethargic cat, on the other hand, doesn’t react to your touch or to any stimuli. He won’t stir when you open a bag of cat food.