It is best not to change litters after the female cat has given birth. Because the female cat has chosen this location to give birth, it means that the location of the delivery room is concealed enough to give the female cat a sense of security, and it also has their smell. Sleeping in a place with a familiar smell can make the female cat feel more at ease. If the litter is forcibly changed, the mother cat will feel unsafe, and the kittens will be easily contaminated with other odors. If the odor is too strong, the mother cat may even abandon the kittens. During this period, feed it more high-energy food to replenish its energy and allow it to relax. Maybe it will be better to change the environment.

How to take care of a female cat after giving birth:

1. Be careful not to take a bath:

Cats are very weak after giving birth and are prone to bacterial infection. , be sure not to bathe them, you can use hot towels or pet wipes to wipe their bodies. Some cats will also lick themselves to clean themselves, so they don’t have to worry about dirt on their bodies.

2. Clean up lochia:

After giving birth, cats will have lochia just like humans. This is due to the shedding of the uterus, accompanied by the discharge of blood, necrotic tissue, etc., which is a normal phenomenon. , some cats have a longer period of time, and some have a shorter period of time. The normal color is red with pink. If it is dark black and the amount is large, you need to consult a doctor. During the period of lochia, scavengers need to put a pee pad under the cat, change it frequently, and clean the hair frequently.

3. Clean teats:

Cat’s teats are exposed and are very easy to be infected with bacteria. Moreover, after the cubs drink milk, it is easy to form milk scab, which is harmful to the health of the cubs. unfavorable.