From the newborn stage until the kittens are about 1 1/2 weeks old, use a 3 cc. syringe, and feed every 2 hours. At 1 1/2 weeks old, they are ready for the 6 cc. syringe size and feeding every 3 hours, and at about 3 weeks old, move them up to a 12 cc. syringe, feeding them at least every 4 hours.
Onions placed on foot soles can relieve flu, cough, cold : Onions placed on foot soles can relieve flu, cough, cold : Along the way in researching remedies I ran across information regarding onions being used to reduce fever and take away symptoms commonly associated with flu and colds. Onions sliced and placed in wool or cotton socks and applied to the feet. It also recommended sliced onions in a bowl by the bed. It is believed that the onions have the capacity to draw out the fever. It really sounded too simple. I have used many natural methods for illnesses, but this one seemed to boarder on just plain weird.
Steamed Pear and Sugar: Helps with persistent cough. Half the pear and remove the core. Fill the core with rock sugar or honey and steam it. The pear and honey help remove mucus and lubricate a dry throat. Pepper and Vodka: Helps reduce fever by increasing sweating. Mix 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper in 1 shot (1.5 ounces) of vodka and drink.