Breeding and Showing Cats/cat miscarriage

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Expert: W - 10/15/2008


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Hi I dont know if you can help but my cat is about 30 days pregnant,but three days ago she had a miscarriage and lost four kittens.She is fine and eating/drinking and just being her normal self.My question to you is;can she still have live kittens inside her still because I am certain she has more in there.

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Hi Jason
It is possible that your cat is still pregnant. Cats can have litters up to 8 or 9 kittens so there still could be more there. I would suggest you take her down to your veterinarian for an ultrasound scan or xray, your veterinarian would be best placed to decide which was best. The check will confirm the presence of other foetuses.

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I can answer questions on inbreeding of pedigree cats. Also when to inbreed and when not to inbreed. Also when to consider out crossing cats to help diversify the gene pool. I can also answer questions on how to get the best out of your cat at a show.

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I have bred animals for over 30 years. I am actively engaged on research into FIP and other feline diseases also investigating litter size variation as a consequence of breed.

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