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My cat is almost 2 yrs old. About 62 days ago a tom got in the garage with her during one of her heats. Within a wk she was eating 3 times as much as usual, and her behavior did a complete turnaround form anti social to totally loving, Shes shown many other signs of pregnancy but her nipples aren't swelling yet, and I'm afraid to feel for the kittens since I don't know what I'm doing. She didn't have a heat for a full 6 wks after her encounter, but then right at 6 wks she started calling again. Totally confused, I've read that calling agin means false pregnancy, but I've also read a heat is possible in pregnant cats. How Do I know, or do I just have to wait?
Hi Christina,
Are her nipples pink? If they pinked up she most likely is pregnant. And from what you say it does sound like she is pregnant. There are two things you can do. You can either wait a few more days to see if she delivers. Or take her to a vet to check her over. Here's a link about pregnant cats and labor.
http://www.2ndchance.info/felinelabor.htm
If she does have a false pregnancy get her spayed and avoid problems like this again. Good luck and take care.
Ciao, Karen
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Answers by Expert:
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!
Experience
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.
Education/Credentials
I have an A.A.S.
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