AboutDr Ray Wigley Expertise 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.
Experience 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.
Expert: Dr Ray Wigley Date: 6/1/2008 Subject: Mainecoon Cats
Question Hi,
So my Maine had 6 kittens on April 8, 2008. 4 survived, and are perfect! Anyway, I was a little short on cash to get one of the make or female fixed until about one month later. I kept them apart as much as possible. I am starting to think that she could be pregnant again. She has had diarrhea for 3 weeks now, although she is consuming PLENTY of water. She is not acting sick. I thought I felt something in her belly, but again, I could just be being paranoid. What should I do? Could she be pregnant? IS it safe if she is? Please let me know anything that you think could help me!
Thanks,
Mandy
Answer Hi Mandy
I am not sure that she could become pregnant that soon after delivery, it usually takes about three to four weeks before she is receptive again, however that is usually not necessarily the case.
The fact that she has diahorrea suggests that she has an infection and should be taken to the vets for a check up. She may have some intestinal bug and this could cause problems if she is still feeding the kiitens.
If she is pregnant that there is no problem for her but you can check and see if her nipples are hard and not giving milk.
