Help how do i Keep my cat Inside??

Question

My cat is pregnant and she is an outside cat and only comes home to eat and sometimes sleep the night but is gone in the morning and i don't want her to have her litter outside how can i get her to stay inside please help!!

Answer 1

don't open the door, create a crate and put it so that it is attached or that when she goes out the little kitty door it goes straight into a large cage, this way she feels like she is outside.

Answer 2

Check out this link ... it gives some really good tips .. I tried to copy it but it is in PDF format ...

Also more tips here :-) Good luck hope all goes smoothly for mum

Cats need special care when they are pregnant, just like humans do! A female cat is sexually mature at between five and nine months of age. Once pregnant, their gestation period lasts for about 65 days. Pregnant cats are called queens, which, if you're a cat owner you'll agree, suits them perfectly.

While a cat who has become pregnant may not show any obvious signs of their condition within the first few weeks of their pregnancy, they will no longer be going into heat or showing signs of being ready to mate. After about three weeks, the queen's nipples will enlarge and become quite pink, and soon after her stomach will start to grow larger as well. By this time there should be no doubt as to her condition. Here are some steps you can take to make sure the pregnancy and delivery are as easy and safe as possible for your cat and her kittens.

If you suspect that your cat may be pregnant, or if you know that she is, take her to see the veterinarian as soon as possible. The vet will give the cat a regular checkup to make sure she is healthy. No special medical attention is necessary unless she has an existing medical condition or injures herself or becomes ill during the course of the pregnancy.


Ask your vet about what kinds of commercial cat food you should be feeding your cat at this time, since nutrition is very important for both the queen and her kittens. Feed your cat several small meals throughout the day, rather than one or two large ones.


Cats exhibit signs of "morning sickness" as well as humans do, usually after the first month to five weeks of pregnancy. The queen may have nausea, not eat as much, and sleep more than usual during this time. Don't worry about this unless your cat isn't drinking any water, eating any food at all, or becomes lethargic for more than a day or two – in this case, call the veterinarian immediately.


Never give your cat any medications unless they have been prescribed by your veterinarian.


About two weeks before her expected due date, set up a special, secluded "nesting" spot for your cat. This can be a large cardboard box (trim down the sides for easy access – your pregnant cat will not be able or wanting to jump very high), or just an area of your home that isn't frequented by the rest of the family, and is warm and free from drafts. Lay down towels and blankets for warmth and comfort. Your cat will need to get used to feeling this area is secure, and a safe place for her to give birth. If you have other cats, try to keep them away from this area as much as possible.


If you have a long-haired cat, trim the hair around her nipples and vulva about a week before she is due to have her kittens. This will help to prevent infections, and give the kittens easier access to their mother's milk.


If your cat goes outdoors, keep her inside as it gets close to her due date. Otherwise she could give birth outdoors, and this isn't safe for her or the kittens.

The beauty of nature is that your cat will instinctively know when the time is right for her to find her nesting spot and prepare for delivery. Once the kittens are born, the mother will stay with them for the next 24-48 hours. Then the fun really begins!

Answer 3

Some good ideas were presented.

She's not going to like being closed inside, but a few potted plants and a nice cozy nest will make it more palatable for her.

Start now by getting her used to being inside and showing her where you have a box set up for her and the kittens.

Good luck!

Answer 4

It's easier to train an inside cat to go out than the other way around! Pot plants and cat grass. Kind of bring the outside in. familiar bushy smells should help. Toys and entertainment will be needed too. Give puss lot's of attention and try to keep her occupied. Good luck and my kitty, portia, says to say hi to your kitty! xx

Answer 5

Open a closet door, put a litter box near by. Also make a place for her to lie down in the closet. Put the food bowl near the closet.

Answer 6

Just let it have a toy,food (extra)and a good 'bed' to sleep on.I got a another idea!Keep a pet DOG outside ,it will surely stay inside.

Answer 7

I'd make her the most cosy looking bed for her litter, they tend to go for wardrobes, drawers, hot-presses etc.
But don't worry about her, she'll do fine wherever she has them.
Keep as close an eye on her as poss, watch for when she starts making her 'nest' - chances are she'll do it inside, she knows its safe and warm in there, aswell as having a restaurant!

Answer 8

dont let her outside, because she will try and have her kittens outside, and if that happens, it will take weeks for you to find them and get them inside, make her comfortable and just dont let her out, keep a liter box there for her and show her where it is, so that she can go potty in the box and not have to go out for that either.

Answer 9

Bring her indoors and keep the door and windows closed. Unless she has opposable thumbs, she's not going to be able to get out! Good luck with her and her kittens.

Answer 10

Your Cat My Be In Heat?