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I think my cat has been in heat and may have gotten pregnant. She has been throwing up and I don't know if that means she is pregnant.
HI Monica,
Cats don't generally vomit due to pregnancy. If she has thrown up a few ties she probably ate something she should not have - I assume she goes outdoors since you say she "may" have gotten pregnant so she could have eaten rat poison, spoiled food or anything. If the vomiting continues and she can't keep down water, take her to the vet. Also check her for dehydration by pinching a fold of skin by her scruff and count the seconds it takes to return to position - if more than a few seconds she is dehydrated.
Also, please get her spayed immediately - don't wait to find out if she "may" be pregnant.
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Tina
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I can answer questions on: cat nutrition and diet, behavior, behavior problems, training, general health, socialization/taming feral cats, TVAR, trapping feral cats, feline nutrition, and cat care. My favorite questions are on the topic of nutrition and I have special experience with hyperthyroidism in cats. Please do NOT ask me if you should take your cat to the vet - if you have any reason to suspect your cat is ill or injured please call your vet immediately!
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5 years as volunteer adoption co-ordinator for a nonprofit volunteer cat rescue group. Experience working in a veterinary clinic. Current occupation: Research Scientist.
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MS Biomedical Science
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