What should I do if my cat has a miscarriage?
What to do after a cat miscarriage:
1. If the cat has a miscarriage within one month of pregnancy, there is generally no need to worry. The embryo will be absorbed by the mother, but It is best to feed your cat some anti-inflammatory drugs to avoid uterine inflammation.
2. If the miscarriage occurs after one month of pregnancy, the owner needs to inject oxytocin into the cat to help the cat expel the contents of the uterus, and then give the cat some anti-inflammatory drugs to avoid uterine inflammation. .
3. If it is a stillbirth, the owner can first try to inject oxytocin to help the cat expel the stillbirth. If that doesn't work, you can only take the cat to a pet hospital for a caesarean section to remove the stillborn fetus.
Causes of cat abortion:
1. Nutritional abortion
Generally refers to the lack of protein and vitamins in pregnant cats. and other nutrients, causing miscarriage.
2. Mechanical abortion
It refers to the miscarriage caused by a pregnant female cat being kicked, chased, frightened, or accidentally collided or squeezed. Therefore, you should take extra care of pregnant female cats. Even when you hold them, you should be gentle. Never pull the female cat's tail or pull the ears.
3. Sick abortion
Refers to the miscarriage caused by pregnant female cats suffering from diarrhea, enteritis, uterine disease, etc. Therefore, before preparing to breed a female cat, it is best to conduct a comprehensive physical examination. If the female cat must take medication during pregnancy, please mix the medication into the diet and let the female cat eat it. Never force-feed the female cat.
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