Bee3, we sort of thought that some kids might have squeezed the little guy through the chain link of the cage. They never found evidence of a mama cat or any other babies. (Shudder to think of that actually!) He was just weaned or maybe not, he did try tor nurse on my daughter for a little while. He got over that and I don't think there is any lasting PTSD. He is a real sweetheart! I will post a picture once I find his napping place!