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How long do first time mothers carry their litters?
Hi Diane
All cats carry a litter for between 63 to 65 days as a norm, irrespective of first time pregnancy or having had several pregnancies. The only concern is first time queens may be unsure about the actual birth so they will need care at about 63 days onwards
Ray
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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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