Every year, like clockwork, shelters and rescues prepare for an adorable yet overwhelming invasion: kitten season. It’s the time of year when unspayed cats start having litters—lots and lots of litters. The result? A flood of tiny, meowing, bottle-fed babies who need round-the-clock care.

Kitten season not cute. It’s chaotic. That’s why shelters and rescues need to get the word out early and often. The more the public understands, the more they can help. And what better way to spread awareness than with eye-catching social media graphics?

Kitten Season Social Media Graphics

Use the following social media graphics to help spread the word about kitten season, safety, and the need to foster the little fuzzballs.

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	Spring is Here – Kitten Season	Kitten season has arrived, and shelters are overflowing with tiny paws in need of care! Here’s how you can help: 🐾 Adopt – Give a kitten (or two!) a l…   This content requires Free or Pro Membership to view. Not a member? Join Today or Upgrade Your Account.   …	Access
	Neonatal Kitten Age Chart – Flyer	Sorry, you must be a Pro Member to access print templates.     …	Access
	Don’t Kitten-Nap Video	This content requires Free or Pro Membership to view. Not a member? Join Today or Upgrade Your Account.   …	Access
	Kitten Fosters Needed	Our shelter is overflowing with adorable kittens needing temporary homes! 🐱❤️ We’re seeking loving foster families to provide a safe and nurturing env…   This content requires Free or Pro Membership to view. Not a member? Join Today or Upgrade Your Account.   …	Access
	Kitten Season Awareness	It’s that time of year again—kitten season is upon us! This season brings a surge of newborn kittens, many of whom need our help. We’re raising awaren…   This content requires Free or Pro Membership to view. Not a member? Join Today or Upgrade Your Account.   …	Access

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What Is Kitten Season, and Why Should People Care?

Kitten season typically runs from early spring through late summer, but in warmer regions, it can last all year. During this time, shelters are overwhelmed with kittens—some orphaned, some abandoned, and some brought in with their mothers.

If you’re thinking, “Great, more cute kittens to adopt out!”—slow down. Many of these babies require special care before they can go to homes, and shelters often struggle to keep up with the demand for space, supplies, and fosters.

This is where the public comes in. The more people know about kitten season, the more they can help shelters keep the little cats safe and find them homes.

How People Can Help Kittens When They Need it Most

Your shelter’s followers aren’t just here for the cute photos (well, maybe a little). They can actually make a difference by:

• Fostering kittens. Even if it’s just for a few weeks, fosters save lives by giving tiny kittens a place to grow before adoption.
• Donating supplies. Kitten season means an increased need for formula, food, litter, and medical care. A simple wishlist post can bring in crucial donations.
• Knowing when NOT to “rescue” kittens. Not all kittens need to be scooped up immediately! A well-meaning rescue can sometimes do more harm than good if they kitten-nap them. Educating followers on when to intervene can prevent unnecessary separations from mother cats.
• Spaying and neutering their own pets. The best way to prevent kitten season from turning into a full-blown kitten apocalypse is to stop unwanted litters before they start.

Kitten season may be inevitable, but your shelter doesn’t need to face it alone. With a little education, community involvement, and some social media expertise, your shelter can get the word out and save more lives.

So, get those posts ready, fire up the engagement, and let’s turn kitten season from overwhelming… into an opportunity to get more kittens into loving homes.

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