Expert: Becky - 9/11/2006

Question
2 have 2 cats that are pregnant about how long do they stay pregnant and how do you tell when they are due to have the babies?

Answer
Hi Chavonne,

The pregnancy lasts 63 days from the date she was bred last.  Usually, when it's time for the kittens to be born, the mother cat will begin to look for a bed. It would be wise to have something prepared ahead of time, such as a cardboard box or laundry basket with shredded newspaper in it.  Do not use blankets or towels as the kittens could get
tangeld up in them and smother.  Shredded newspaper is a good insulator, will keep heat in,it's cheap and can be easily changed when wet.  Hopefully, if you have a place ready, they will use it.  Be sure to have two separate beds.

God Bless,
Becky