How Can I Tell if my Cat is Pregnant?
My question is simple. We have a very loving cat.
I was wondering though, how can I tell if the cat
is pregnant or not. The kitty was at one time an
outdoor cat and to me it looks as though she is
going to have kittens. Her nipples seem to have
enlarged some. I am not sure though.
Carolyn
Cleveland, OH
If an unspayed cat goes outside while she is in heat, she will come home pregnant. Guaranteed.
The gestation period for cats is approximately 63 days. Therefore, if your cat is intact and she has been outdoors within the last two months, I’ll bet she’s pregnant.
Pregnancy status can be assessed in pets through blood hormone assays during the early stages. During the later stages of pregnancy, X-rays of the abdomen are the simplest way to confirm the presence of fetuses. X-rays also make it possible to determine how many fetuses are developing in the womb.
Based on your description, it sounds like your cat may be close to term. I recommend that you have a vet examine her and take X-rays in order to know how many kittens will be needing homes. It is your responsibility to find those homes.
As well, talk to your vet about having your cat spayed after the kittens are born. Otherwise, you can expect to repeat this process twice each year.
You have questions. 
I would object to X-rays for a NORMAL condition (pregnancy) when no abnormality is suspected, because of the known radiation hazards.
Once a young cat I was in the process of adopting came home experiencing some very slight vaginal bleeding. I had read that the male’s penis is barbed and can cause this condition when it is withdrawn. Sure enough, she had gotten herself pregnant and five little ones arrived right on schedule. Beforehand I didn’t need to know how many kittens there would be; it’s easy enough to count them following birth.
I believe that my cat is pregnant. I have been giving her a multivitamin because I got her as a stray and havent been able to afford to get her fixed.( I know I feel awful) I was wondering what is the best things that I can do for her. What is the best kind of food to feed her. The best kind of litter if it matters. Thank you for your help.
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