At what age do kits typically open their eyes?

Kits typically open their eyes between 9 to 12 days old. This developmental milestone is an important part of their growth. At this age, the kits are starting to develop their senses more fully, which is essential for their interaction with the environment and their littermates. Eye opening allows them to begin to explore their surroundings, which plays a significant role in their overall development and socialization.

The other options do not align with the typical development timeline for kits. For instance, while kits may show some initial signs of awareness around 5 to 7 days, they generally do not open their eyes until the later timeframe of 9 to 12 days. Similarly, while they may be interacting more and beginning to move around at 2 to 3 weeks and exhibiting further development by 1 month, the specific milestone of eye-opening occurs earlier, making the range of 9 to 12 days the most accurate.