Many people want to know that a pet is preparing to become a mother. But this is not always necessary out of curiosity, but in order to properly care for the animal, because the cat needs to be well fed during this period. If you look closely at the changes in behavior, well-being and abdominal size, you can accurately assume that the fluffy is expecting offspring.
Instructions
Step 1
It is possible to determine the onset of pregnancy in a cat no earlier than 20-21 days. Only by this time can characteristic changes be observed. By about three weeks of pregnancy, the cat's nipples begin to enlarge, they swell somewhat and turn pink. This change is especially pronounced in the firstborn.
Step 2
If a previously active cat suddenly suddenly becomes passive and vomits in the morning, it is possible that she is preparing to become a mother. This behavior of the animal is observed approximately 3-4 weeks after conception. The explanation is quite simple - the animal has a hormonal change in the body. After about three days, everything is normalized, the pussy begins to feel better, and the vomiting stops.
Step 3
In the sixth week of pregnancy, the cat has a change in the size of the abdomen, it is rounded, and the sides protrude. This is especially noticeable if the expectant mother carries more than two kittens.
Step 4
In the seventh week, if you put your hand on the cat's belly, you will feel the movement of the kittens. If you gently feel with the pads of your fingers, you can even feel the heads of the babies, but it's better not to do this. If you want to know the exact number of kittens that will be born very soon, it is better to contact your veterinarian. The doctor can detect a cat's pregnancy by palpation as early as 20 days after its beginning, and at a later date, it will not be difficult for a professional to count the number of babies.
Step 5
Throughout the 7th and 8th week of pregnancy, the cat behaves inappropriately, rushes about the rooms and does not know where to lie. But at week 9, the expectant mother calms down and lies more time. Some cats look thoughtfully and do not notice their owner - this is how they prepare for childbirth. The nipples at this time become very large. The belly is rounded and can interfere with the pussycat's walking. And a few days before giving birth, the cat becomes active and begins to look for a place where it will be more convenient for her to give birth to babies.
Step 6
If you take a closer look at the behavior of the animal, you will not only be able to identify pregnancy, but also determine the approximate time. The average gestation time for cats is 9 weeks or 65 days. But babies can be born 2-4 days earlier or later - this is not considered a deviation.
