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When Does a Pregnant Cat First Produce Milk?
A cat's pregnancy lasts about 60 days, and she usually starts producing milk, the first colostrum, only one to two days before delivery; there is no milk in early or mid pregnancy. The creamy-yellow colostrum is licked off immediately, so owners rarely notice it, but its appearance means birth is near and a birthing area should be ready. The nursing period runs about six weeks, after which kittens are weaned.
Dietary Care for a Pregnant Cat
Pregnancy is a long, delicate process, and a mother cat's nutritional needs rise sharply before and after birth. Poor-quality food or a single, protein-poor diet can slow fetal growth and even cause miscarriage, while too much fat triggers obesity, a leading cause of pregnancy loss. This guide covers balanced feeding and three nutritious ingredients that support a healthy pregnancy.
My pregnant cat had diarrhea, then a new puppy arrived, and now she won’t eat, is in pain, and can’t sit — what’s wrong?
Your cat's diarrhea and abdominal pain are most likely caused by a gastrointestinal problem rather than the pregnancy itself, possibly from indigestion, improper diet, or stress. Because miscarriage or difficult labor cannot be ruled out, she should be seen by a veterinarian promptly.
Caring for a Pregnant Cat
A pregnant cat needs calm, careful care — from spotting the early signs to preparing a quiet whelping spot. Good preparation protects both the mother and the kittens and helps you act fast if delivery goes wrong.
Helping Your Pregnant Cat Through a Safe Pregnancy
Many owners have never dealt with a pregnancy, so a pregnant cat can be puzzling. The essentials are steady calcium, a quiet space, gentle movement, careful handling, and balanced nutrition. Getting these right helps the queen and her kittens stay healthy.
Can You Keep a Cat While Pregnant?
Whether you can keep a cat during pregnancy has long been debated, with both supporters and strong opponents. The main worry is that a pregnant woman might catch toxoplasmosis from the cat and harm the fetus. So can pregnancy and cats lead to toxoplasmosis? Let us find out.
How to Choose a Parasite Treatment for Cats and Dogs
Parasites are among the most common yet overlooked threats to pet health—even indoor cats can carry fleas, ear mites, or intestinal worms. With many combined internal-and-external products on the shelf, the key is choosing one that is safe, effective, and practical for year-round use. This guide explains why regular control matters, the four points that should drive any choice, the main active-ingredient classes owners will meet, and how to match a product to a pet's age, lifestyle, and parasite risk. Always confirm the right product with a veterinarian.
Health Checks to Do After Rescuing a Stray Cat
Before a stray cat joins your home, a veterinary check-up protects the cat, any resident pets, and your family. Strays can carry parasites, skin disease, or hidden infections, so a targeted exam is worth the cost. Core tests include a physical exam, infectious-disease screening (panleukopenia, coronavirus, calicivirus, herpesvirus; add FIV and FeLV if you have other cats), a fecal exam for internal parasites, and a blood count to flag anemia, inflammation, or dehydration. Imaging or a Toxoplasma test may be added for specific risks. To keep costs down, ask clinics about rescue discounts, look for packaged wellness plans, and have the vet handle basic grooming during the visit. Always isolate the new cat for 7–14 days, deflea and deworm, then start vaccines once it has settled in.
How to Choose a Combined Parasite Treatment for Your Cat
Even indoor cats catch parasites—fleas, ear mites, roundworms, and mosquito-borne heartworm all reach them. Combined spot-ons treat inside and out in one dose without pills, which is why they are the top choice for house cats. The real question isn't 'which brand' but 'which active ingredients fit your cat's risks.' Here is the science, minus the marketing.
What Happens When a Cat Lacks Taurine?
Taurine is a nutrient cats cannot make on their own—they must get it from food, so a shortfall quickly harms health. It is vital for eyes and heart: deficiency degenerates the retina and causes irreversible blindness, and it is a leading cause of dilated cardiomyopathy, which improves if caught early but worsens without it. Taurine also powers metabolism and immunity, aids digestion by boosting stomach acid and protein absorption, and supports reproduction—a deficient pregnant cat risks weak, slow-growing, high-mortality kittens. Because cats can't synthesize it, feed taurine-rich foods like organ meat, muscle, and some seafood.