How Far Along Her Pregnancy Is My Cat?

[Twixy_the_Cat]

So my cat got pregnant, and I was wondering how long she has been pregnant/how long she has left. She has been sleeping a lot more lately, and her eating has increased. If I watch carefully, I can see the kittens moving around. She doesn't have much of a bump on her belly while laying down, but while standing, she looks fatter (No offence kitty Thanks in advance!

 

[ashade1]

How long have you been able to see the kittens moving? Once you can see them it is usually 2-3 weeks left!

 

[Twixy_the_Cat]

I have been seeing the kittens move a lot this week, and there is a strange bubbly noise coming from her stomach. Sadly, I don't know when she got pregnant though.

 

[talkingpeanut]

Are you able to keep your girl inside and away from intact males 100% of the time now?

 

[Twixy_the_Cat]

yes, she is inside now 24/7, unless i am with her outside, and am watching her. She doesn't really look like she even wants to go outside.

 

[talkingpeanut]

Don’t let her outside at all now. It’s not safe.

Do you plan to spay her after this litter has weaned?

 

[Twixy_the_Cat]

I don't think that I will spay her, but we can keep control of her going outside.

 

[talkingpeanut]

Spaying is really important for her health. Unspayed cats are at risk for pyometria, an infection of the uterus, with each heat. She is also at increased risk for reproductive cancer with each heat. You may also find that it's impossible to keep her in, and that she is uncomfortable.

Please reconsider, and let us know if we can address any specific concerns.

 

[Sarthur2]

You should really spay your cat for many reasons. Read about it here:

Why You Should Spay And Neuter Your Cats

Do you need help locating a low-cost spay clinic in your area?

 

[Twixy_the_Cat]

I don't plan to spay my cat simply because of what is said on this page. Is It Always the Right Thing to Spay or Neuter a Cat? | Catster

 

[Twixy_the_Cat]

Yesterday my cat got a cold. She sniffles a bit, and sneezes sometimes. Is this a problem for her pregnancy?

 

[mani]

I don't plan to spay my cat simply because of what is said on this page. Is It Always the Right Thing to Spay or Neuter a Cat? | Catster

This is one article amidst a huge amount of facts and opinions on the subject.
And it is important to know that this site is pro spay and neuter.

In cases of the Pregnant Cats and Kittens forum we are more concerned about the welfare of the mother and kittens and will usually suggest a spay after the kittens are born, without pushing the issue. However if you do wish to push the idea of keeping cats intact, you will definitely meet resistence on TCS. It's difficult for those members who are well-versed in this area, but they care about the well-being of all cats and I believe will do their best to help with advice with her pregnancy.

It's good that you can keep her inside.. That's really important.

 

[Twixy_the_Cat]

Thank you so much for saying that. I don't want to tell anyone that they are wrong. I just think a bit differently, but I don't want to offend anyone that just wants to help.

 

[talkingpeanut]

I don't plan to spay my cat simply because of what is said on this page. Is It Always the Right Thing to Spay or Neuter a Cat? | Catster

You might like to read the article again. The author actually argues for spaying and neutering.

 

[Twixy_the_Cat]

I meant that I agree with the points she makes against spaying and neutering cats.