Question for Jeff and other cat lovers

Hmmm, of the cats I've had none of them have gotten preggers. Mostly because, either they've been boys or been "fixed".

Maybe Jeff will have some actual information for you, but this'll keep your post up where he'll run across it.

Good luck.

 

I have 3 cats so I know a little about cats! I do know this: she will need/want a "queening box." This is a good sized box (small suitcase) that she can stretch out in to give birth. You will want to line it with old towels or something for warmth and softness. This QB will remain the kittens' home after the birth. It should be short enough for her to step in and out of (3-4 inches tall).

However, one of my first cats ignored her nicely arrayed QB and climbed up into bed between my wife and me in the middle of the night. We were awakened by her labored breathing. We got to watch the six kittens being born over a couple of hours period of time.

Fantastic!

 

All of our cats are "fixed" so we've never had a pregnant cat. Generally, their tummies get larger and their nipples do begin to protrude. Like Rich said, you'll need a box for them and it will need to be in a spot generally away from things - cats often choose behind a sofa or in an open closet.

If you suspect she is, you should consider having the vet give her a look for sure so you can prepare for the birth and the kittens.

 

I had a cat named Snickers once, and we had no idea she was even pregnant. One day I went upstairs and there were six new born kittens crying from underneath a dresser in the attic. Holy cow!

Some cats just don't get that big. They get a little chubby in hindsight, but you can't even tell when it's happening. You just think they've packed on a little weight. You'd think that six kittens would show up dramtically, but it did not.

I'd have the vet check her out to be sure.

 

And while your at the vets go ahead and talk to him/her about getting your cat fixed. The last thing this world needs is more kitties and puppies on the streets because too many people don't neuter their pets.

 

If you are that suspicious of your cat being prego, then she probably is.

 

That's happened to me, too! The cat in question had already had a litter successfully, and just didn't change that much the second time. I too thought she was getting a bit chubby... but heck, they do that sometimes! Five healthy kittens... glad to know I'm not the only person who missed such a thing.