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my Meatloaf is pregnant.

I'm kind of worried though because gestation is only about 65 days, right?

Well I'm not sure the exact date of mating, because I was trying to keep her separated from the other cats during her heat.

It started on January 6th and ended on January 13th. So sometime in between there.

So, even if she mated on January 13th, that would make her about 67 days pregnant wouldn't it?

Or should I subtract 5 days to each day (Since it takes about 5 days for the egg to reach the uterus) therefore she would only be 62 days pregnant?

So she would be inbetween 62 days and 69 days now?

should I be worried???
what should I do

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Hi Desirai,

Cats can be like pregnant women. You are not too sure of the date of delivery. It can be up to 72 days before she will deliver. Here is a link that gives you some really good info about what to look for when she is about to deliver.
http://www.2ndchance.info/felinelabor.htm
Good luck.

Ciao, Karen

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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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