What do you do to Prepare for a cat who is having kittens?

Question

I just need to know what I should do if there is anything I can do for here and what to do to take care of her and her babies after they are done can anyone help me

Answer 1

You really don't need to worry unless there's a problem just keep an eye on her make sure shes eating twice as much as she use too. I also thought this might help is more info on cat pregnancy.... GOOD LUCK!!!



The right diet is essential for your pregnant cat.
Many breeders advise to give her a vitamin plus mineral supplement. There is milk available with these supplements. Serve it, but don't overdo it!

To meet the needs of your queen and the little kitty's in her belly, you should also give her specially designed nutrition for kittens, pregnant and nursing felines.

Here are 10 useful pregnant cat care tips.

1. Pregnant cats should stay indoors.
Don't expose an expecting kitty to danger. But there are more reasons. Some queens go into heat even during pregnancy. Cats are capable to be pregnant of two different litters at the same them. And of course, pregnant cats should not give birth in a cold place outside.
2. Give your kitty the right food.
It should be high on calcium and protein. Kitten food is specially designed to meet the need of pregnant and nursing felines. Vitamin supplements are recommended too.

3. Do not give any medication during pregnancy.
Pregnant cats should get medication only in emergency. The same goes for deworming products, or products against fleas. If she has worms or fleas, first consult your vet.

4. Make your cat a comfortable nest bed.
A box filled with newspaper usually does the trick. Put in a warm sheltered place, preferably a location your cat frequently visits. Make sure all is ready two weeks before birth.

5. Find a home for your kittens - before they are born.
It will give you peace of mind to know where the kittens will go. Finding a home for a kitty can be time consuming. You'll have more time for that before they are born.

6. Use non-clumping litter for her box.
Sometimes cats give birth in the litter box. If a kitten is delivered in clumping litter, the mother kitty might refuse to clean her newborn off as the clump is all over the sac. And the baby drowns in its own fluid.

7. Keep other cats away from her.
You have more than one kitty? Pregnant cats want privacy. She doesn't like the company of other cats during this period, even if she knows these cats very well.

8. Buy enough food for your kitty... and you.
You should have no reason to leave your kitty alone on the days before and after birth.

9. Check which vet is available.
Have a piece of paper with the phone number of the closest emergency veterinary clinic. If there’s no such clinic in your area, find out which vet is available for emergency care. One phone call to a local vet is usually enough.

10. Get the right information about pregnant cats.
Only if you understand what you see and hear, you will be able to recognize complications. Plus... there are many problems you can solve yourself, if you know how. So, do not panic. Get the right information instead.


An important point: start mixing your cat's regular food with kitten food. Also increase the number of meals. She should eat two times the amount she ate before feline pregnancy.


Don't get worried if your pregnant cat starts to sleep more and more. Inactivity and rest are perfectly normal during feline gestation.

If your cat carries a large litter, she may have problems cleaning herself. Groom her regularly, and clean her anus with a soft cloth - if the cat allows you to.


For the Big Moment a box filled with old newspapers is most suitable.
Make sure you have a few of them, all in quiet places, so the queen can decide for herself which one is best. During the two weeks before the kittens are due, she will become restless and walk around to find a proper location for birth.

Don't be surprised if she turns up in your wardrobe. Keep it shut, especially during the ninth week of the feline pregnancy.

If feline pregnancy reaches day 60, you should be completely prepared for birth. Read here how cats give birth.

Make sure you have plenty of kitten food at home. It is normal that the coming mother stops eating one day (or sometimes two days) before the kittens are delivered. Keep an eye on your queen. If you notice something that worries you - whatever it is - don't hesitate to call your vet.


Taking care of pregnant cats does not require special talents from the keeper. But like everything in life, good preparation makes it a lot easier.

There's a lot to know about pregnant cats. If you follow the Pregnant Cat Care Course you can't go wrong.

Feline pregnancy is a miracle you should be prepared for!

Answer 2

get a big cardboard box, tip it on its side and put a soft old towel in there. she'll want to find a place to nest and they love cardboard boxes. give her good quality food and make sure when she is in labor, she has water she can reach. also make sure right after she has some food she can reach also. other than that just keep an eye on her and give her lots of affection. Also make sure you do not handle the babies, otherwise the mom with kill them.You want to keep a close eye on her. She will be scouting out a quiet secluded area to give birth, under a bed in a closet etc. You don't want to accidently shut her out or lock her in an unsafe place. First make sure she has plenty of nutrition and fresh water. They have to eat healthy to have healthy babies. When she has the kittens she may attempt to move them one by one if she feels their is too much attention or a threat. So keep the area quiet and secluded. Test the mother and make sure she has milk by squeezing a teat. It is quite common for cats to not have no milk or not enough and requires human bottle feeding, if the cat is malnourished or ill. You can buy a small bottle and kit milk at a petstore or vet. Do not give cows milk. They cannot digest cows milk and the kittens will become ill. The mother will lick the kittens to facilitate bowel movements often. If she abandons the kittens you will need to wipe the genitals with a warm wash rag similar. Those are the most common problems too look for. Otherwise the mother will come and go feeding her newborns often. Make sure she can get access as needed. When the kittens and start walking about it would be fine to then move them to an appropriate place and offer soften kitten food and water. They will take it when ready. Good luck with the kittens!

Answer 3

You want to keep a close eye on her. She will be scouting out a quiet secluded area to give birth, under a bed in a closet etc. You don't want to accidently shut her out or lock her in an unsafe place. First make sure she has plenty of nutrition and fresh water. They have to eat healthy to have healthy babies. When she has the kittens she may attempt to move them one by one if she feels their is too much attention or a threat. So keep the area quiet and secluded. Test the mother and make sure she has milk by squeezing a teat. It is quite common for cats to not have no milk or not enough and requires human bottle feeding, if the cat is malnourished or ill. You can buy a small bottle and kit milk at a petstore or vet. Do not give cows milk. They cannot digest cows milk and the kittens will become ill. The mother will lick the kittens to facilitate bowel movements often. If she abandons the kittens you will need to wipe the genitals with a warm wash rag similar. Those are the most common problems too look for. Otherwise the mother will come and go feeding her newborns often. Make sure she can get access as needed. When the kittens and start walking about it would be fine to then move them to an appropriate place and offer soften kitten food and water. They will take it when ready.

Answer 4

When my cats have had kittens, I usually put her in a cardboard box in the closet, because it's a dark and quiet place. I've also been known to stay with her (especially if it was the first litter) through out the whole delivery. (I don't actually "help" but just being there petting her head and talking to her will let her know I am there for her.) Also, have a bowl of water and another with food in it close to the box, so she doesn't have to go far to eat or drink. I would usually leave the door cracked a little bit, that way if she needs to go to the kitty box, she can. Most of the time the mother doesn't go far from her babies. Hope all goes well!!

Answer 5

Get a big box and put old,soft towels in it.Make sure she eats well.When she is in labor, make sure she knows where her box is. It will probably be best to not have any loud noises or distractions.You don't want her to stress so try not to have other pets around.
Make sure she isn't moving around too much. If she doesn't immediantly clean the kittens faces they could suffocate so make sure she does that.You probably can gently wipe their mouths and noses with a damp cloth if she doesn't.[don't wipe their mouths unless you know that she is not going to do it!]
when labor is over make sure she is feeding the kittens. For awhile she will feed them but in a couple of weeks they will want food.
They make food special for kittens so you will be able to find food for them.

Answer 6

-get a nie quiet place for your cat to stay so she wont be bothered
-get a litter box and litter
-get wet cat food as well as dry
-something for water
-a box with lots of warm comfy things like towels blankets pillows-etc.
-also be sure that the male cats dont find the babies cuz no matter how friendly you think ur male cat is it might still eat the babies
-and dont handle the babies at least til their eyes are open otherwise the mother will not recognise thier smell

Answer 7

get a big cardboard box, tip it on its side and put a soft old towel in there. she'll want to find a place to nest and they love cardboard boxes. give her good quality food and make sure when she is in labour, she has water she can reach. also make sure right after she has some food she can reach also. other than that just keep an eye on her and give her lots of affection. good luck with the family.

Answer 8

get a cardboard box and a old towel in it (the mother might not give birth here but it is likely she would) have water near her and good food but be sure to keep watch over her

congrats on new kittens

Answer 9

well you see if your cat's in labor then you should set up a big box in your house somewhere and put blankets in it so that way when your cat has those cute little kittens she will be comfortable.

Answer 10

prepare a place that is quiet and out of the way for her to have her babies. keep her food and water close by. you can watch her have her babies but don't bother her too much. they know what to do. after she has them, change all the bedding. it is really cool to watch. enjoy.