I don't breed cats and have very limited experience with mama cats. I have a mama cat who I rescued along with her 3 kittens. The kittens are 6 weeks old now. Mama and kittens have been doing great, eating, playing, etc. Mom tested negative for feluk/FIV and seemed healthy, with the exception of being on the thin side from living on the streets.
My question is this. Yesterday mom decided she didn't want to eat and acted lethargic all day. Today I brought her to the vet and he couldn't find anything wrong with her. Do mama cats go through a mood swing or depression? I hope this doesn't sound too stupid, but I'm just trying to figure out what's going on with her. Now tonight she seems to be feeling a little better, however, still doesn't act as happy and friendly. She's lost interest in the kittens and her milk is just about dried up.
Any information anyone can provide will be very much appreciated.
Thanks,
Patsy
My question is this. Yesterday mom decided she didn't want to eat and acted lethargic all day. Today I brought her to the vet and he couldn't find anything wrong with her. Do mama cats go through a mood swing or depression? I hope this doesn't sound too stupid, but I'm just trying to figure out what's going on with her. Now tonight she seems to be feeling a little better, however, still doesn't act as happy and friendly. She's lost interest in the kittens and her milk is just about dried up.
Any information anyone can provide will be very much appreciated.
Thanks,
Patsy