new kitten questions

[Howlinbob]

Hi there, firstly congratulations on your new babe! Love his name, too!

I don't think his behaviour is cause for alarm at this stage - he has only been with you a very short while and is probably missing his littermates. All kittens are different and some take a little longer to adjust. Do you have any other pets, as this may make him even more withdrawn at first. As he is eating, drinking and using his tray, I think he is just shy and needs to build up his confidence. Spend lots of time with him and try and get him to play with you - see if you can find out what his favourite toy is, mouse, string, ball, newspaper. Sooner or later I'm sure you'll get a spark and he'll be off and annoying the socks off you. When he sleeps, get him on your lap. It all helps with the bonding. Give him loads of time. But if he does stop eating, drinking or using the tray properly, take him to the vet.

PS - pictures, please, we love to see pictures! xxx