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What do I need when my cat gives birth?

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What do I need when my cat gives birth?

You will need to consider the following:

  • Due date. Make a note of your cat’s due date (63-68 days after mating).
  • Kittening box. Prepare a box for your cat to give birth in well in advance of her due date.
  • Vet Help. Have your vet’s telephone number handy in case you need any help or advice.
  • Feeding, worming and general care.

How many kittens survive in the first litter?

The average litter size for cats is 4 to 6 kittens; however, adolescents, seniors, and first-timers typically have smaller-than-average litters. First-time moms usually only have 2 or 3 kittens. Purebred cats tend to have more kittens per litter than mixed breeds, though experts aren’t sure why.

What do you use to litter box a kitten?

A basic small plastic litter box can work well. However, you may wish to start with something like an old baking pan or a shirt box with a liner, especially if your kitten is very tiny. Covered litter boxes may or may not work for your kitten.

How do you care for a cat who just had kittens?

Keep the mother cat’s litter box, food, and water bowls close by. Make sure you are feeding her a high-quality canned kitten food, supplemented with KMR (Kitten Milk Replacement). These specially formulated foods ensure that a nursing, postpartum mother cat gets the nutrients she needs.

What is an alternative for cat litter?

While traditional clay litter dominates the market, there are less expensive options you can use for your cats. Wood pellets, corn, sand, sawdust, and even torn up newspaper can work well and are all considerably cheaper than regular litter made for cats.

What can I use if I don’t have a litter box?

6 Sustainable Cat Litter Alternatives

  1. PAPER LITTER – Paper litter is formed in pellets, and often are recommended by veterinarians if your cat has allergies or is healing from an infection.
  2. CORN LITTER –
  3. WHEAT LITTER –
  4. COCONUT LITTER –
  5. WOOD SHAVINGS –
  6. OTHER DIY LITTERS –

What is a milk replacer for kittens?

Kitten Replacement Formula #4 Mix the milk, egg yolk, and syrup well and store it in a tightly sealed jar in the refrigerator. At feeding time, mix half of the estimated feeding amount with an equal amount of boiling water. Once a day, mix one drop of the human infant liquid vitamins in each kitten’s formula portion.