The first time is always the hardest, Aimee. Bottom line has always been
for me, that the kitten has to be going to a home at least as good as what
I can provide.

Home visit is good, before the adoption is final. Getting the kitten
started on its distemper shots is also good, especially with hand-reared
orphans. The wonderful world of veterinary medicine now allows for
kittens to begin vaccinations as early as 4 weeks, finishing up by 12
weeks. Also fecal with worming (roundworms are pretty much guaranteed;
coccidia is not unlikely). Charge the adoptors at least what it costs
you in vet fees.

Good luck to you and your little monsters.

Sharon Talbert
Friends of Campus Cats
www.campuscats.org