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What Can I Give a Pregnant Cat with Feline Rhinotracheitis (Cat Flu)?
If a pregnant cat shows no signs, support her with lactoferrin and nutrition and treat after birth. If symptoms appear, interferon and antibiotics may be needed despite fetal risk. Always follow a vet's advice.
Kitten is four weeks old; eyes were gummed shut soon after birth, cleared with saline, but still won’t open; what to do?
Cats normally open eyes 7-14 days after birth. If a month passes without opening, consider eye disease. Watch for much discharge or dirt and wipe clean. If still not open after cleaning, take it to the vet promptly.
Mother cat can already express milk from her nipples
A queen usually gives birth about 60 days after mating; timing varies by breed and age. If a pregnant cat can express milk from the nipples, she will likely deliver within hours to a few days. Prepare a birthing box and supplies, and move her in near labor, watching for smooth delivery; if dystocia, see a vet.
Late-pregnant cat suddenly scooted on the floor leaving light red; why?
If near the due date, the cat may be about to give birth, as the abdomen and vulva become sensitive and swollen. If not near term, it may be parasites, skin disease, or anal gland inflammation.
Why do puppies die right after birth?
Newborn death may be from genetic problems, poor environment, or bad breeding. Infection at the umbilical cord can cause systemic inflammation and death; uncleared mouth or nose secretions can block breathing and cause suffocation.
What happens when a cat is pregnant?
Pregnant cats show increased appetite, weight gain, darkened nipples, and swelling; the belly grows and uterine pressure causes frequent urination. One to two days before birth they may eat less, become anxious, nest, and have a lower temperature with more vulvar discharge. Provide a quiet, nutritious, safe environment.
Why does a dog lose appetite after giving birth?
Post-birth tension and unease can suppress appetite temporarily, and labor pain also reduces it; both usually pass. But postpartum complications like endometritis, prolapse, or other issues can also cut appetite, so see a vet if it lasts long.
A stray tortoiseshell mother cat—unknown when she got pregnant, belly has been huge for at least four months but no signs of labor. What should I do?
A cat's pregnancy is only about 2 months (65-69 days for purebreds). Four months without delivery is abnormal and may indicate ascites (FIP, cardiac, or liver), digestive issues (constipation or blockage), obesity, an abdominal tumor (common in senior cats), or hypoalbuminemia. See a vet to determine the cause.
School is starting soon and I may not be able to help with the delivery. I don’t know the due date—about how long until she gives birth?
A cat's gestation period is generally 60–65 days; some purebreds run a bit longer, with due dates around days 68–69 after mating. If you're unsure when she got pregnant, a vet ultrasound can confirm fetal development and an estimated due date.
It’s been about two months and tonight she suddenly started crying, rubbing against me, then stopped when I put her in her bed – is she about to give birth?
A cat's pregnancy is usually 61-63 days. If you're sure she's been pregnant about two months, these signs likely mean labor is near. Watch for mammary changes, restlessness, and rapid breathing, and prepare a quiet, comfortable nesting area.