pregnant cat and male cats

Should I be worried about my two male cats that aren't fixed yet when my cat has her kittens?

proudkittymomma said:

Should I be worried about my two male cats that aren't fixed yet when my cat has her kittens?

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Yes, but it depends in part on...

OK, if they are verry good friends with momma, there shouldnt be any real danger for them hurting the kittens.  Possibly by accident, but not by purpose.

If they arent  good friends with momma, the danger of them hurting the kittens is more real.

Also, if they arent good friends with momma, she probably doesnt want them near.  And rule nr one, is, NOT stress the momma, obey her, and let her be in peace.  Just you the loved caretaker regularly visiting and fussing, etc...

Last but not least.  Cats are not protected from heat nor new pregnancies by lactacing.  Unlike humans who are are in some degree.

So having two intact toms nearby, increases the risk for new, unwelcomed pregnanices...

Especielly if such a tom is allowed to be her company.   As said, if they are best friends, she may even want and welcome his company, and he may even help her with the kitten care.   This is not unique.

But there is a danger of a new litter in 65 days, unless they dont "ignite" on each other.

Its not uncommon cats living together dont ignite.  And if the breeder owner really WANTS them to mate, he has them in a especially mating room, so they understand they are supposed to do something they usually arent doing....  

So.  Analyse the situation.

You will probably need to isolate the mom with her kittens till they are at least 5 weeks  - this is the most common, anyway.

If you arent a breeder and the males are studs, consider strongly to neuter them as soon you manage.  Observe, they will be still able to impregnate a full week afterwards!

Theoretically even 6 weeks afterwards, but practically, count on at least one week.   I know myself some examples when the last litter was made several days after the spaying.

Letting them or one of them to her and the kittens, is acceptable ONLY if they are very good friends, and the mom clearly wishes it.  Do supervise in the beginning.

Good luck!

thank you very much that was very helpful, this is the first time I am having to do this with her...should be fun and exciting when the time comes!!