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What to Do When Your Cat Gives Birth

Congratulations, your cat is about to become a mother! Here's what you need to know to help her through the process:

• Preparation is Key: Before your cat goes into labor, prepare a safe and quiet birthing area, like a nesting box.

• Recognizing Labor: Learn the signs of labor, which include restlessness, panting, nesting behavior, and a drop in body temperature. See also: Recognizing%20Cat%20Labor

• During Labor:

  • Observe: Allow your cat to labor naturally, but keep a close eye on her.
  • Intervention (Rare): Intervene only if there are complications (e.g., straining for more than 20 minutes without producing a kitten, signs of distress). Never interfere unnecessarily. Contact your vet if you feel like the cat is in Feline%20Labor%20Distress.
  • Provide Comfort: Offer reassurance with a gentle voice, but avoid excessive handling.
  • Keep other pets away

• Post-Birth:

  • Newborn Care: Mother cat will instinctively clean and care for her kittens. Ensure she is eating and drinking normally.
  • Kitten Observation: Watch the kittens to ensure they are nursing and appear healthy.
  • Veterinary Check-Up: Schedule a vet visit for the mother and kittens within a few days of birth.
  • Provide high quality kitten food for the mother: High%20Calorie%20Cat%20Food is critical for her to stay healthy.

• When to Seek Veterinary Help: Contact your vet immediately if you observe any of the following:

  • Prolonged straining without kitten delivery.
  • Signs of infection in the mother (fever, foul-smelling discharge).
  • A kitten appears weak or isn't nursing.
  • Excessive bleeding.
  • Retained%20Placenta
  • If you suspect Eclampsia%20in%20Cats

Remember that most cats give birth without complications. However, being prepared and knowing when to seek veterinary help is crucial for a safe and successful delivery.