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Expert: - 1/18/2009


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have two kittens. a male who was born july 16th and a female born sept 1st! I noticed last night the Oliver ( the boy) was biting Maddies( my female) neck and trying to mount her! Maddie is only 4.5 months old and hasn't gone through her first heat yet...can she still be pregnant?! Of course the vet isn't open today and I have seperated them but Oliver is scratching the doors like crazy and crying. can Maddie be pregnant?

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Hi Charlene,

I hate to let you know this but cats can go into heat as young as 4 months. It is rare but it does happen. It sounds like Maddie might be in heat. You have a few choices as to what to do. You can keep them separate like you are now. You can get Oliver fixed. You can get Maddie fixed. Or you can get both fixed. I would suggest getting both fixed. It makes for a much more peaceful home. Good luck.

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I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!

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I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care. Some thoughts to carry with you. A Cat's 10 Commandments My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful. Give me time to understand what you want of me. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being. Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it. Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you. If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old. On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so. Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.

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