Baby ferrets, skunks and weasels are called kits exclusively. A baby rabbit is sometimes called a kit, but it is also called a bunny or kitten. A fox’s offspring may be called a cub or pup. A badger’s offspring is also sometimes called a cub. A baby squirrel may be called a pup or kitten. Kit is not to be confused with kid, which is a term for a baby goat. A baby goat is also sometimes called a billy. Kitten is another related term and is used to describe the offspring of many different animals, including cats.