pregnancy and a cat shelter?

Question

I use to spend my weekends at a local cat shelter helping groom cats, is this safe to do now that I'm pregnant?

Answer 1

Here is a good article about pregnancy and cats:

http://kidsncats.lisaviolet.com/toxo.html

Just to be on the safe side, don't change the kitties' litter pans at the shelter, and if you must do it at home, make sure you wear gloves.

Good for you for wanting to protect your baby and for helping animals! :)

Answer 2

I would not because you don't know where the cats came from. maybe they have something else you can help with while you are pregnant.

Toxoplasmosis is a disease acquired from cats that if acquired by a pregnant woman during pregnancy can cause birth defects and other disorders in an unborn fetus. It is recommended that pregnant women not work with cats in a laboratory or farm setting. This includes not working in barns where cats are kept for pest control.

Answer 3

No. Cats, particularly outside cats, can have some kind of parasite, I think, that can be dangerous to a pregnant woman and the baby. I'd lay off for awhile, at least until the second trimester. Check with your OB to find out all the particulars.

Answer 4

The thing with cats when you are prg. is the litter boxes. You are not suppose to touch or clean the boxes. The feces have something that can effect your unborn baby. You should be fine just grooming them, but just do not get near their POOP!!!! Good luck!!

Answer 5

Well it depends. You should stop until the baby is born. That is because the baby might be allergic to dander.

Answer 6

your prenatal doctor should tell you.

Answer 7

yes but don't over do it ( do wat ur dr tells u to do)