It's kitten season in Arlington, and with the furry wave comes a surge of animal Samaritans finding themselves in feline fixes. Arlington Animal Services is stepping up, educating finders of baby kittens on what's best for these tiny creatures—often, it's just to step back. Experts from Alley Cat Allies recommend not disturbing the newborns, as chances are, the mother cat, equipped with necessary nurturing instincts, is near, and ready to care for her litter. "Leave Them Be," they say, affirming that a kitten's mother is their best shot at survival.

However, for those little ones unlucky enough to be truly abandoned, Arlington Animal Services has rocketed to the challenge, launching a new web page jam-packed with resources. The page features links on kitten care, as well as an Alley Cat Allies guide to help good-hearted folks determine a kitten's age, fundamental in understanding their care requirements—with kittens needing a bottle every two to three hours until the age of eight weeks.

It's not just about the food; successful kitten rearing demands a keen observation of the mother cat's processes. But city shelters, with their finite resources, struggle to cater to the demands of neonatal kitten care. Enter Arlington's call to arms—or rather, foster homes. The city's plea for volunteers for its Foster Pet Program is a beacon of hope for these whiskered waifs. Interested locals can click to apply online and dive into a role that could be as challenging as it is gratifying, according to the City of Arlington, Texas.