Hi - My adopted stray cat gave birth about 2 weeks ago - all seems to be well with the kittens, they are healthy, sleeping eating and starting to explore.
The problem is that new mama has started meowing all the time - she woke me up at 6:30 by meowing a lot, and does it throughout the day too. I feel so bad for her she is trying to tell me something but i don't know what! I am helping her out with the feedings by feeding the kittens goat milk a couple of times a day, as she is very small and dainty, and she has had a litter of 5.
I have also put out a variety of foods for her next to the kitten area, along with milk and water for her - I can't figure out what else could be the matter.
When she comes up to my room, she seems to be looking for another nesting area, but otherwise she seems happy for them where they are.
The only other thing I can think of is that her nipples may be hurting or cracked? The kittens are quite big now.
Oh and the other thing I guess is that she may be on heat? Is it not a little early? There doesn't seem to be any other signs of it though... I am keeping her indoors unless I go out and sit out with her for the moment, until I can get her spayed (which will be when the kittens are weaned..?)
Sorry for the long post - but Im baffled (and worried)!!
The problem is that new mama has started meowing all the time - she woke me up at 6:30 by meowing a lot, and does it throughout the day too. I feel so bad for her she is trying to tell me something but i don't know what! I am helping her out with the feedings by feeding the kittens goat milk a couple of times a day, as she is very small and dainty, and she has had a litter of 5.
I have also put out a variety of foods for her next to the kitten area, along with milk and water for her - I can't figure out what else could be the matter.
When she comes up to my room, she seems to be looking for another nesting area, but otherwise she seems happy for them where they are.
The only other thing I can think of is that her nipples may be hurting or cracked? The kittens are quite big now.
Oh and the other thing I guess is that she may be on heat? Is it not a little early? There doesn't seem to be any other signs of it though... I am keeping her indoors unless I go out and sit out with her for the moment, until I can get her spayed (which will be when the kittens are weaned..?)
Sorry for the long post - but Im baffled (and worried)!!