Methods for caring for pregnant cats:

1. Provide a quiet and comfortable environment for the female cat

After the female cat is successfully conceived, the male cat needs to be separated from the female cat , Reduce the chance of the female cat coming into contact with other cats, avoid the female cat from being stressed, and is not conducive to the female cat's pregnancy. The second step is to keep the cat in a quiet environment, and do not change the cat's environment at any time, which may cause the cat's stress reaction.

2. Strengthen dietary nutrition

Cat pregnancy is a special period, and the diet will be different from usual, and more nutrients need to be supplemented to maintain the health of the body. Pregnant cats’ food should be softer to avoid excessively hard food that will burden the cat’s gastrointestinal tract and cause gastrointestinal digestion symptoms. Therefore, when choosing cat food, it is recommended to choose cat food specially designed for cats during pregnancy. The nutrition is relatively balanced and contains high amounts of fiber and vitamins. Very adequate.

3. Daily observation and care are required

Cats are relatively weak when they are pregnant, so owners must take good care of them. Always observe whether there are any abnormal symptoms in the female cat. If any abnormality occurs, please seek medical treatment in time. Do not judge the condition on your own, let alone give medicine at will, which may cause fetal malformations. During this period, attention should be paid to allowing the cat to bask in the sun more so that the calcium can be fully absorbed. It is necessary to have enough exercise to avoid difficulty in labor due to exhaustion during the birth process.

4. Prepare delivery tools and kitten supplies in advance

Most cats can complete the birth independently, but they also need to prepare delivery tools and supplies in advance, such as alcohol ( Scissors, cotton thread for disinfection), cotton thread (10 cm long), scissors (for cutting the umbilical cord), Vaseline (for lubrication during difficult labor), iodine (for anti-inflammation of the umbilical cord and belly after cutting the umbilical cord), hot towels, and electric mattresses are best prepared in advance. . Of course, kitten supplies are also indispensable, and it is best to prepare small feeding bottles and goat milk powder in advance.

5. Cat owners during pregnancy should restrict their cats from doing any strenuous exercise. Especially in the first month of pregnancy, when cats have the highest miscarriage rate, it is very necessary to limit the cat’s behavioral activities.

6. Remove odor. The mother cat will lick each kitten's belly and anal area after nursing to remove some of the odor. If the mother cat is not present, the owner should wipe it with a towel moistened with warm water.

7. Take the mother cat and kittens to the veterinarian for examination after one week. If you haven't gotten vaccinated yet, this would be a great opportunity.