Here are the signs to look out for if your cat is about to go into labour...
Signs your cat is going into labour!
These are the main signs that your cat is very very close to giving birth or going into labour:
Her mammary glands will grow rapidly in the last 7 days.
Milk production begins 2 weeks before labour.
Changes in behvaiour such as nesting is apparent
Your cat's temperature will jump to 99°F (37.2°C) a few days before labour.
If your cat is close to you, she may suddenly become even more affectionate. If she's a a little snobbish and proud, she might just find somewhere quiet to hide in the last few days.
She will start pacing around A LOT
Keeps going back to the "nest"
She'll keep licking her "bits"
Food, water, and a litter tray also need to be placed in this room.
These are all the key signs that a cat is going to go into labour. There are many steps you can take to help your cat when the big day comes, so don't panic or worry - as cats give birth every day all over the world, and you are about to witness a miracle, so just feel blessed and help your cat in any way you can.
To learn more about looking after a cat in labour, watch this video:
