I responded to an ad for a stray pregnant cat that appears to have been dumped (not used to being outside, very people friendly). The lady could not keep the cat because she already has SEVERAL so I offered to foster her and the kittens (once they are born) for a while. She is going to take the cat to the vet for a health check before bringing her to me (I have a puppy to look out for....he's AWESOME with cats so no worries). I'm doing tons of research and have very little experience in this type of situation. Anyone have any advice as to the proper care of the pregnant mommy and her babies?
About to take in pregnant kitty
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I can't really offer much advise but I know someone will step in and help. Also if you do a search I think there have been a few threads about pregnant cats.
Also, I've heard great things about a forum specifaclly for cats called TheCatSite.com
Good Luck!
Also, I've heard great things about a forum specifaclly for cats called TheCatSite.com
Good Luck!
Crus, TCS will be a big help.. please go and join that forum. There is a wealth of knowledge there for you.
To add on to what Tucker said.. many vets will speuter kitties at young ages. Look into that...
To add on to what Tucker said.. many vets will speuter kitties at young ages. Look into that...
we had the big box, flat newspaper, the want ads tranfers less ink, bedding for the birth. I boosted mom's diet by giving her baby beef human baby food at least one jar a day along with her regular food and put powdered milk sprinkled on that as well, i weaned the kittens when the time came on baby beef as well.
Just treat her gently, feed her very well and prepare a nice private out of the way area for her to have her kittens. set up a basket and some blankets and let her watch. She will get it that it's for her. They are very smart that way and she will go there when she is ready. Just make sure it is VERY private and safe from the standpoint of a cat's perception. This means a closed door for her and her kittens. If you don't satisfy that need in her, she will just pick another spot herself and it might not be a convenient one for you.
They pretty much do the rest themselves. Cats are marvelous mothers. The only time you would need to intervene is if there appears to be a problem, in which case you will need a vet. She will feed and care for the kittens and you just keep feeding her. Do not touch or handle the kittens after they are born. She will spend a lot of time with them and will take "breaks" as well. If the birthing goes ok, you really don't have to do much at all for the first two weeks. She gives them all their care and instructions, no kidding.
They pretty much do the rest themselves. Cats are marvelous mothers. The only time you would need to intervene is if there appears to be a problem, in which case you will need a vet. She will feed and care for the kittens and you just keep feeding her. Do not touch or handle the kittens after they are born. She will spend a lot of time with them and will take "breaks" as well. If the birthing goes ok, you really don't have to do much at all for the first two weeks. She gives them all their care and instructions, no kidding.