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The typical gestation period for a cat is about 9 weeks. At the beginning of pregnancy, they show physical and behavioral changes. You will be able to determine if the cat is pregnant with these changes. The best way to know for sure is to get them to the vet. Unless you are a veterinarian, you will need to sterilize your cat, otherwise overbearing will result in many kittens dying from not finding shelter.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Recognizing Reproductive Signs

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   Determine if your cat is fertile. When your cat is fertile and is in heat, it is likely that she is pregnant.
   • Females tend to seek mates as the days get longer and the weather warms, usually between spring and fall.
   • Females typically begin their breeding cycle when the weather warms up and when they have grown to about 80% body mass. In other words, after four months, cats will be able to reproduce under unusual circumstances.

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   Watch for mating behavior. When your cat is in heat, he or she will have obvious behavior changes to attract male cats in about four to six days.
   • Cats will show signs of restlessness, become more affectionate in the early stages of breeding, begin to make a small noise, and have a greater appetite.
   • When a female cat enters heat, she will begin to "cry" more often and continuously, and may have less appetite.
   • The female cat in heat will be more affectionate and affectionate, roll back and forth, lift her hips up, and put her hind legs down, and then pull her tail aside.

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   Know what the female cat is doing when it comes to spawning. By this stage, your cat will exhibit more odd behaviors, at which point they are more likely to be pregnant.
   • In the event that a cat has been found to have begun their reproductive period, the possibility of their pregnancy is certain.
   • After mating, the female will enter a "quiet period" that lasts 8 to 10 days and become calmer. However, after this period the cat will continue to mate from mid-April to September.
   • In order to prevent your cat from mating / accidentally becoming pregnant, you should sterilize it as soon as possible to ensure safety.
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Part 2 of 3: Identifying Signs of Pregnancy

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   Examination of the nipples. After 15 to 18 days of pregnancy, your cat's nipples will "pink up", or become dark red and grow larger.
   • Breasts grow larger, and milk production can be produced.
   • The phenomenon of developing nipples is also a sign that the cat is in heat, so this is not a basis to recognize that the cat is pregnant.

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   Observe the "donkey" shape characteristics. When viewed from the side, a pregnant cat usually has a bent back, slightly rounded and bulging belly.
   • Most female cats tend to appear like a donkey later in pregnancy.
   • In the event that your cat is gaining weight rather than being pregnant, the whole body will be heavier and bigger, not only the belly but also the neck and legs will be developed.

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   Watch the act of preparing the drive. A few days before the birth, the female will start making a nest to welcome her young children.
   • Your cat may find a quiet, quiet place like a closet and begin to put blankets, towels, or some sheets of cloth to form a nest for the delivery.
   • In the event that your cat's nesting behavior is found and you haven't realized she is pregnant, you should bring it to your veterinarian for a prenatal screening.
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Part 3 of 3: Taking Care of a Pregnant Cat

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   See your veterinarian with your cat in case pregnancy is suspected. Your doctor will usually confirm the pregnancy of your cat and advise you on how to care for it. Talk to your doctor about how to care for and prepare for the birthing of your cat.
   • Have the doctor examine the cat's belly; After about 17 to 25 days, an experienced doctor can feel the embryo development.
   • You should let your doctor prenatal care for your cat, do not touch them because it will easily cause miscarriage.

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   Ultrasound required. If you are unsure after sensing the fetus, your doctor will perform an ultrasound to determine if they are pregnant and the number of fetuses inside.
   • The doctor can detect the heart rate when the fetus is 20 days old with an ultrasound.

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   Ask your doctor to take a film. After about 45 days of age, the kittens' skeleton is clearly visible when taking the film, this is to determine the number of kittens inside.
   • Your doctor will usually do two scans to monitor the belly and number of kittens and detect potential problems.
   • X-rays are not harmful to your cat or your kitten.
   • Film photography will more accurately determine the number of kittens than an ultrasound, although this is not 100% correct.

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   Do not get vaccinated, dewormed, or given medication to your cat while she is pregnant. Vaccines in particular can be dangerous to them or kittens during pregnancy.
   • Check with your doctor before giving your cat any medication, including deworming, or after giving birth.

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   Increase your calorie intake during the last few weeks of pregnancy. You may find that your cat often eats a lot and gains weight when it is nearing birth.
   • Since the kittens in the womb grow rapidly in late pregnancy, you need to feed your cat a growth diet so that she has enough energy to supply the kitten.

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   Keep the cat indoors until late in pregnancy. When your cat is about to give birth, don't let it go outside to avoid searching for a nest.
   • You can prepare a drive or a paper box to keep indoors. Place the nest in a warm, dry, quiet place and line it with old newspaper or towels or blankets.
   • Keep food, water, and toilet near the nest and keep the cat in it for the day of birth.
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Warning

• Millions of feral cats die each year due to their excessive numbers. So you need to sterilize the cat to avoid causing this phenomenon. Sterilize cats before 5 or 6 months of age so they cannot become pregnant.
• Some veterinarians will recommend an "abortion" or sterilization of a pregnant cat. Others do not recommend this beyond a specific time in pregnancy, while others will perform surgery at any time during pregnancy.
• Females usually do not have "morning sickness", so if they start vomiting frequently or show signs of abnormal health, you should see your vet.