Pregnant & Nursing Queens

Light gray mother cat with her gray tabby kitten. on a white fleece blanket

Supplies Needed to Care for Pregnant and Nursing Queens

Summary This article outlines the specific, additional supplies you will need on hand to care for a pregnant cat or a nursing cat and her kittens. Special Supplies to Have…

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Kitten leaning over her mother and washing her face

Space Needs of Pregnant and Nursing Queens

Summary Choosing a space to care for a pregnant or nursing cat and her litter requires special considerations. This article discusses space options and how to set them up to…

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Newborn black and white kittens nursing

Problems to Watch for in Queens Post-Delivery

Summary Problems may occur with the queen or kittens after birthing occurs. These include the queen not caring for the kittens, the kittens not gaining weight, the queen developing health…

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Pregnant gray tabby cat lying on her side

Care for a Pregnant Queen Prior to Delivery

Summary The pre-birth period is a good time to familiarize yourself with the pregnant cat and help her settle into her environment. This article outlines what behaviors to watch for…

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Gray tabby mother cat nursing black, gray and calico kittens

Post Delivery of Kittens

Summary Post-delivery monitoring is essential to be sure that the queen is producing milk and caring for her kittens, the kittens are gaining weight, and any problems are spotted as…

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Two gray tabby kittens curled up with each other on a fleece blanket

The Birthing Process in Queens

Summary Being informed about what to expect when a cat gives birth helps you recognize what is normal and what is not, when to sit back and when to intervene.…

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