Concerned about runt kitten.

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They were in the entertainment center bottom in my room,the TV hasn't been on since she had them. And now she moved them into my closet, I gave her the nesting box and she put the kittens in it but doesn't want to leave the closet
 
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I wouldn't worry.   some cats move their kittens.  did you change the bedding in the first nest?
 
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I think the closet is a perfect place for them! It's dark and private. We often recommend bedroom closets! :)
 
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Yes, I change the bedding every day or so, depending on how it looks.
 
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Update on the 2 weak/small ones they are gaining weight and momma cat is giving them separate attention when the others are sleeping, I've stopped supplementing as the gain weight
 
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How much do the smallest two weigh? There is a really big difference in size!
 
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I have one right now that is twice as small as the others and she has the fattest belly she's a fighter and mom feeds her it happens sometimes we call her peanut

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11 Oz just about
 
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so assuming the kitten was about 3 oz when born it has gained an ave of .6 an ounce a day.  How much does the big kitten weigh?
 
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It sounds like they are all healthy. Do you have any concerns at all?
 
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What can I do if they are dehydrated? It's very hot where I live, so that could be an issue.
 
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If the kittens are nursing they should be getting enough liquids from mom.  Mom may need more water and wet food for liquids.  You don't want her to get dehydrated.
 
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I agree. Just make sure mom has what she needs. The kittens are getting what they need from mom.

Do you have a/c or a room fan?
 
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I have a ceiling fan on all the time
 
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Sad day today. One of the tiny jellybeans has passed. He was the runt. He was gaining weight and seemed fine when I left for work this morning but when I came home, he was gone.
 
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