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Expert: - 8/29/2010


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my cat has been nesting for last 2 days, when emptying my washing basket (where she has been sleeping) i found a kitten which has sadly died, i am startin to worry about my cat as she has had no more kitten since, and i am not too sure when she actually gave birth to this one, nor how it died? has she negelcted it? was it stillborn? i really dont know.  is this normal? she is crying alot (the sort of crying like when they are in season) more of a deep cry and she is cuddling up to our dog and being more affectionate than usual. could she have just been pregnant with one kitten? also is leaking bit of blood. help pls

Answer
Hi Laura,

You need to get your cat to a vet to be checked. The blood could be normal or not. Your vet will be able to tell for sure. Also check the area where you found the kit to make sure there are no others there.

The kit could have been stillborn. Or it could have died from lack of care by the mom. And yes, cats can have just one kit. Have her checked by your vet. This is the best thing you can do. Good luck.

Ciao, Karen

Karen Craft

Expertise

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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