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This article was co-written by Natalie Punt, DVM. Natalie Punt is a veterinarian, founder and CEO of mPet. She specializes in small animal emergency, general medicine and veterinary economics. Punt holds a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and molecular biology from the University of California, Davis, a master’s degree in biochemistry from the University of Buffalo, and a veterinarian degree from the Western University of Health Sciences.
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The usual gestation period for cats is about 9 weeks. At the beginning of pregnancy, they will show physical as well as behavioral changes. [1] X Research Source You should be able to determine if your cat is pregnant from these changes. The best way to know for sure is to take them to the vet. Unless you’re a breeder, you need to have your cat spayed; otherwise, over-breeding will result in many kittens dying because they cannot find shelter.
Steps
Recognizing Birth Marks
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Identify signs your cat is fertile. By the time your cat is fertile and reaches estrus, she may already be pregnant.
- Female cats often find mates when the days are longer and the weather warms, usually between spring and fall.
- Female cats usually begin their reproductive cycle when the weather warms up and when they have grown to about 80% body mass. In other words, after four months of age, cats will be able to reproduce in unusual circumstances.
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Observe mating behavior. When cats reach estrus, they will change their behavior clearly to attract male cats between four and six days. [2] X Research Source
- Cats entering the early breeding period will show signs of insecurity, become more affectionate, begin to make soft meows, and have a greater appetite. [3] X Research Sources
- When female cats enter estrus, they will begin to “meow” frequently and continuously, and may become more anorexic.
- The female cat in heat will be more affectionate with people, rolling back and forth, raising her hips high and bending her hind legs and wagging her tail to the side. [4] X Research Sources[5] X Research Sources
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Understand the internal expression of female cats when it comes to breeding time. When it comes to this stage, cats will show more odd behaviors, at which point they are likely pregnant.
- In the case of knowing that cats have begun breeding period, their ability to become pregnant is certain.
- After mating, the female cat will enter the “quiet phase” lasting 8 to 10 days and become calmer. However, after this period cats will continue to mate from mid-April to September . [6] X Research Source
- To prevent cats from continuing to mate / or accidentally becoming pregnant, you should neuter them as soon as possible to ensure health safety.
Know the Signs of Pregnancy
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Check the nipple. After 15 to 18 days of gestation, a cat’s nipples will “pink” or dark red and grow larger. [7] X Research Sources
- Breasts grow larger, and can secrete milk.
- The phenomenon of nipple development is also a sign that the cat is in estrus, so this is not a basis for knowing that the cat is pregnant.
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Observe the “donkey” shape feature. When viewed from the side, pregnant cats often have a curved back, slightly rounded and bulging belly.
- Most female cats usually have a donkey-like body later in pregnancy.
- In case your cat is gaining weight but not pregnant, the whole body will be heavier and bigger, not only the belly but also the neck and legs will grow.
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Observe the drive preparation action. A few days before giving birth, the female cat will begin to make a nest to welcome her cubs.
- Your pet cat may find a quiet, secluded place like a closet and begin to remove blankets, towels, or some sheets to make a nest for the birth.
- In case your cat’s nesting behavior is detected and you do not realize they are pregnant, it is advisable to bring it to the veterinarian for a prenatal checkup.
Taking Care of Pregnant Cats
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Take your cat to the vet in case you suspect she’s pregnant. The doctor will usually confirm the pregnancy of the cat and advise on how to take care of them. You should consult your doctor about how to care for and prepare for birth for your cat.
- Let the doctor examine the cat’s abdomen; After about 17 to 25 days, an experienced doctor can feel the development of the embryo.
- You should let the doctor examine your cat’s pregnancy, do not touch them because it will easily cause miscarriage. [8] X Research Sources
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Request an ultrasound. If you are unsure after feeling the fetus, your doctor will do an ultrasound to determine if they are pregnant and the number of fetuses inside. [9] X Research Source
- The doctor can detect the heartbeat when the fetus is 20 days old by ultrasound method.
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Ask your doctor to take the film. After about 45 days of age, the kitten’s skeleton is clearly visible on film, this is to determine the number of kittens inside. [10] X Research Source
- Your veterinarian will usually perform two scans to monitor the kitten’s abdomen and number of kittens and detect potential problems.
- X-rays are not harmful to your cat or to the kittens in the womb.
- Filmography will determine the number of kittens more accurately than ultrasound, although this method is also not 100% correct.
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Do not vaccinate, deworm, or give your cat medication while pregnant. Vaccines in particular can be dangerous for them or their kittens during pregnancy.
- Consult your doctor before giving your cat medication, including dewormers, or after giving birth.
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Increase calorie intake during the last few weeks of pregnancy. You may notice that your cat loves to eat a lot and gain weight as it nears birth. [11] X Research Source
- Since the kittens in the womb are always growing rapidly in the late stages of pregnancy, you need to feed your beloved cat a growth diet so that they have enough energy to supply the kittens.
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Keep your cat indoors during the final stages of pregnancy. When your cat is about to give birth, you should not let them out to avoid finding a nest. [12] X Research Source
- You can prepare a drive or a paper box to keep in the house. Place the nest in a warm, dry, quiet place and cover it with newspaper or an old towel or blanket.
- Keep food, water, and a toilet near the litter and lay the cat in it until it gives birth. [13] X Research Source
Warning
- Millions of feral cats die each year due to their overpopulation. So you need to neuter your cat to avoid causing this phenomenon. Spay your cats before 5 or 6 months of age so they can’t get pregnant.
- Some veterinarians will recommend “abortion” or sterilization of pregnant cats. Others do not recommend this beyond a specific point in pregnancy, while other doctors will perform surgery at any time during pregnancy.
- Female cats don’t usually have “morning sickness,” so if they start vomiting frequently or show other signs of unusual health, you need to take them to the vet.
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This article was co-written by Natalie Punt, DVM. Natalie Punt is a veterinarian, founder and CEO of mPet. She specializes in small animal emergency, general medicine and veterinary economics. Punt holds a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and molecular biology from the University of California, Davis, a master’s degree in biochemistry from the University of Buffalo, and a veterinarian degree from the Western University of Health Sciences.
There are 8 references cited in this article that you can see at the bottom of the page.
This article has been viewed 316,898 times.
The usual gestation period for cats is about 9 weeks. At the beginning of pregnancy, they will show physical as well as behavioral changes. [1] X Research Source You should be able to determine if your cat is pregnant from these changes. The best way to know for sure is to take them to the vet. Unless you’re a breeder, you need to have your cat spayed; otherwise, over-breeding will result in many kittens dying because they cannot find shelter.
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