cat birth???? (PLEASE)?

Question

My cat is pregnant.... and I was wondering what the signs are that she is about to give birth?

* also, today she keeps breathing out really fast... and twitching her stomache... does this mean anything? *

Answer 1

Usually when they are about to give birth they will search for a safe place to have them, so if you notice her scouting around or going into sheds or behind the couch, etc she could be giving birth soon. Also another thing to remember is the gestation period is about 63 and 67 days.

These are some other signs your cat may be ready to give birth from http://www.best-cat-tips.com/cat_pregnancy.htm
* Nipples will begin to enlarge and become more soft and pink (this is the #1 sign)
* Weight gain, especially around the mid-section
* Increase in appetite, this usually occurs close to birth
* Some cats may become more affectionate than usual
* Cats may also exhibit morning sickness
* Nesting activity begins

Answer 2

Female cats (Queens) meow continuously seeking your attention for comfort and guidance. She may be anxious and have little appetite or increased appetite. They sometimes choose places like a closet, or under a bed or table as their place to give birth.

Prepare a place before hand . A room that she knows and feels safe in , a crate or box with appropriate bedding and soft light. Introduce the birthing spot to your female a few weeks before parturition (labor) so that she can get use to the new spot.

Cats usually do not require human intervention during birth.

Animals often give birth when you least expect it and when you are not even around !

Answer 3

1. It depends on the cat. Cats can usually give birth fine without any human intervention. Some cats will really not like it if you're next to them while they're in labor; others may not mind. 2. Twelve weeks. A lot of people will say 6 - 8, but I've done a lot of research on this and they say cats are MUCH better adjusted and make better pets in the long run if you keep them with their mother and siblings until they reach 12 weeks of age. 3. You will know! She will most likely be yowling, and have prepared a nest, and pant. You can see the kittens move in the belly for days to weeks before they are born. According to the second site listed in my sources: "Twelve weeks may seem old to people accustomed to seeing newspaper ads advertising kittens who are "ready to go" at six or eight weeks of age. Most of us who have had cats have acquired kittens that young. They are cute at that age, and most people enjoy having such young kittens to watch them grow. However, we may permanently harm kittens by separating them from their mothers so early. There are crucial mental, emotional, and developmental milestones that a kitten experiences between six and twelve weeks of age. Separating the kitten from mother, siblings, and familiar surroundings at that age can cause undue anxiety and stress at the least, and serious medical problems or even death in the very worst cases."

Answer 4

Hopefully she has been to the vet already so you should have an idea when her due date is. One sign of labor is the body temp. drops about 3 or 4 degrees. Otherwise, just let her have a comfortable place for her to give birth in. she will do the rest. Call the vet in the morning if she is still breathig hard and no babies.

Answer 5

Cats have contraptions just like humans. When she starts to meow and "whine", usually soon, the babies will come. Breathing fast and twitching is a sign too. Good luck!

Answer 6

cats give birth pretty quik and will start breathing as you say she is but then again it could be false labor... best thing to do is put the cat in a box lined with a towl and close the top leaving just enough room for air to get in and a little light because cats like to be in dark places to give birth.. unlike dogs that will give birth on couches and beds... cats like to hide to give birth..

Answer 7

It's time to confine her, she will probably deliver in a week, but if she is stressed or does not feel she has a safe and comfortable place to deliver, she'll go over term. Set up a birthing box - cardboard box with a clean blanket in it - and confine her to one room of the house. Move her food, water and litter in there. Make sure she's eating something like Iams or Purina One, something high in nutrients.

Answer 8

She sounds ready now. Make sure you have a good size box with towels in there ready for her. If you have other animals keep them a way from her. This should be a very peaceful time for her. Best of luck. Take care;~)

Answer 9

When she is ready she will disappear into a spot she has picked out to be alone . If you miss her for awhile and she don't come when you call start looking in places you wold not think she would not normally be . Dark and alone .

Answer 10

animals are way better than humans because they can have birth on thier own. I didnt know my cousin's dog was having her pups until her water broke on my foot lol

ps. her breathing like that just means she's having contractions, but trust me you'll know