My Cat Is In Labour

[Rachb86]

As I type my cat is in labour.

I'm worried because she is a first time Mum and only a year old herself, will she know what to do?
Shall I leave her alone whilst she's given birth and just check in on her every now and then? I don't want to stress her out.

I'm panicking!!!

 

[Sarthur2]

Relax. Your stress will stress her out. Follow her lead. If she seems content with you there, then stay with her. If not, then check on her.

 

[StefanZ]

Most home cats prefer to have their human near WITH THEM, but not all though. if you notice she wants be alone, be nearby but dont disturb. Just quetly checking sometimes.

 

[Rachb86]

She's just had one, now a waiting game to see how many more their are
She's doing well and is happy for me to be with her which is good

 

[Sarthur2]

Excellent! Good you are with her and a healthy kitten has been born.

 

[Rachb86]

2 kittens have been born.
I don't think there will be anymore now it's been 3 hours since the first one and 2nd came an hour later.
Mum has had some food and is very content :-)

Do I need to weigh the kittens?

 

[talkingpeanut]

Yes, it's a good idea to weigh the kittens daily.

Can you keep mom 100% inside and away from intact males? Do you plan to spay after this litter?

 

[Rachb86]

Yes I'll be keeping Mum inside.
I have another cat that is also expecting.
Once the mums can be away from the kittens I'll be getting them both spayed.

Unfortunately I don't think I'll be keeping any of the kittens but i will make sure their owners will be getting them spayed asap.

 

[talkingpeanut]

They can get pregnant again within a week of delivery. It's essential that they stay inside.

They can be spayed 8 weeks after delivery. Kittens should stay with mom for 10-12 weeks minimum. They can also be fixed at that time. Perhaps Yi could get a group discount from your vet and get the adopters to contribute.

 

[Rachb86]

They won't be going outside until they are done.

I will speak to my vet about getting them all done once I know how many I've got altogether.

Thank you