2007-03-01 08:56:52 · 11 answers · asked by caramelswoman 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
Well, I have a long haired tortoise cat, and she is definitely pregnant. Her nipples are large and very pink, and she's gotten rather fat around the middle. Problem is I don't know how long she has left. I also have two male cats, and one of the is the same age as the female. My vet frowned on it because he thinks that male is her sibling, but I doubt it. He was unwilling to provide any information on anything to do with her pregnancy. Personally, I think he's a quack. She's doing just fine, and I'm getting anxious... Do I have to keep an eye on her 24/7 so I can be sure to know when she's gone to a place to hide and birth the kittens?
2007-03-01 23:30:34 · update #1
what you do is get a cold towel and wait to the mother cat has the babies and make sure you don't touch the cats at all till there big enough
2007-03-01 09:01:11 · answer #1 · answered by kitty b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When time to deliver draws near an expectant cat will start "nesting". In other words, she will start scratching in odd places as though she is settling in for the duration. Watch her for this clue.
From what you describe she could delived soon or it could be a couple of weeks. Look at her nipples to see if there is any hint of lactation.
Prepare her a box with a nice pad of towels evened out so a kitten can't get stuck under one. Show the expectant mother "her" place. She may choose a different place, but at least provide her with a place of solice that she is aware of. Place her in the prepared birthing box several times a day till she is ready. I also advise you lock her in a separate room till delivery. Male cats can be a bit unkind with new kittens.
Mother cats are well adapted to birthing their kittens without assistance. Occasionally some do have problems, but that is a rarity overall.
Congrats to mother cat and "grandmother".....:)
2007-03-05 04:38:12 · answer #2 · answered by meg_an_728 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a cat a while back who had 3 litters. Keep an eye on her. She will "scout out" a place to have her kittens. If she continuously goes over to one psrticular spot, then more than likely, that's where it will be. Place towels or blankets in that spot for her. Also, and I am very serious, keep the males away from the kittens, they may kill or eat them! Your female will do a good job of keeping the males away, but she could use a little help from you as well!
2007-03-02 06:09:06 · answer #3 · answered by Tigger 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure what you want to know, but about 5 hours ago, I helped my Himalayan deliver her first litter, unfortunately only 1 of the 3 kittens survived, as she hadnt broke the first 2 out of the sac in time, I was very lucky to have caught the 3rd in time to step in and stimulate the kitten, tie off and cut the cord, etc. if this is your cat's first pregnancy, try to keep an eye on her to make sure she does what she needs to do in a timely manner, I unfortunately had to work today, so I was unable to save the first 2. best of luck to you
and Mom and baby are doing great!!!
2007-03-01 11:02:36 · answer #4 · answered by Kim 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Several years ago I was adopted by a pregnant alley cat. She birthed her litter in my bathroom cabinet. I sat by her while she delivered her litter, and gave her a little affection when she seemed to be in distress.
When cats give birth, it is best to let Nature take her course. Mama kitty knows what she is doing - cats have excellent maternal instincts. Only if she appears to be in really severe distress, or if a kitten seems to be having difficulty entering the big world, do you need to intervene.
Make sure the kittens are breathing - if they are mewing, you know their lungs are working. Check their paws; if they are pink, then circulation is going well.
Do you have a cat who is in the family way? If so, unless she is a purebred that you are keeping for breeding, please have her spayed as soon as the kittens are weaned. PetSmart will help you find good homes - that is how I got rid of Ragamuffin's offspring. (Yes, she has been "fixed.")
2007-03-01 11:14:44 · answer #5 · answered by Killertiel 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What is it exactly you are trying to find out? Umm...if your not sure if your cats in labor you'll know soon enough. Get your cat a box and put it somewhere safe and in the dark (private). If they are in labor and you make sure that they stay in the box until they drop the first kitten they will continue to stay there until the rest of her babies come.
2007-03-01 09:04:00 · answer #6 · answered by Victoria05 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Let nature take it's course. Your cat knows what to do, just leave her to it. Don't disturb her and give her some privacy.
2007-03-01 09:19:42 · answer #7 · answered by toomeymimi 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
What ABOUT pregnant cats and labor?
2007-03-01 09:00:53 · answer #8 · answered by kj 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not sure what your question is, sounds like you need a new vet !!
2007-03-04 10:20:13 · answer #9 · answered by luuvmikat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What do you need toknow exactly?
2007-03-01 09:15:33 · answer #10 · answered by montana 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋