Pregnancy and Labour
First birth of a cat
How to prepare for the first birth of a cat? To prevent possible complications, it is necessary to prepare the following in advance: Place for cats and kittens. Two boxes with a bottom…
When does puberty begin in cats?
Puberty in cats begins at the age of 6-10 months, when the time of the first estrus comes. However, for some, it occurs earlier, at 4-5 months, and for some, on the contrary,…
How is the mating of cats?
Cats are bred on the 2nd or 3rd day of estrus, because during this period, called oestrus, ovulation occurs and fertilization is possible. At this stage of estrus, the cat does not just…
Knitting of cats
At first glance, mating is a natural process for all animals, and therefore it is necessary. However, this is fundamentally wrong. Why? The most common misconceptions Myth № 1 Many people believe that…
Childbirth in a cat: signs and process
Birthing nest for a cat About a week before the birth, the expectant mother begins to look for a place to nest. It is better to equip it in advance in the most…
How much does a cat give birth?
The approaching birth can be noticed by a change in the behavior of the cat. She becomes restless, constantly looking for a secluded place, licks her stomach and perhaps even stops eating, and…
How to determine the onset of childbirth in a cat?
Significant changes in the body of a pregnant cat occur at about 4-6 weeks. At this time, there is a sharp jump in the development of kittens, an increase in the body weight…
Rules for mating cats
The first and most important rule concerns the possibility of knitting pet. It is recommended to untie those animals that are of breeding value for the breed. To find out if your pet…
The cat feeds the kittens
How often to feed? After the appearance of offspring in a cat, colostrum is released in the first 16 hours – a liquid that contains a huge amount of nutrients needed by kittens.…
How to take birth in a cat?
There are several main points that the owner should take care of in advance. Preparation for childbirth should begin about a couple of weeks before the expected date. Set up a birthing area…