This is a YouTube video titled "6 SÍNTOMAS de una GATA EMBARAZADA y otras DUDAS" created in November 2019, providing detailed information about the symptoms of pregnancy in cats, behavioral and physical changes, and advice on monitoring and preparing for delivery. The content is educational and aimed at cat owners, explaining both normal and abnormal signs during feline pregnancy.
Cats experience heat before their first year of life, which causes them discomfort and the inherent need to find a male to reproduce with. After mating, many owners wonder how to tell if their cat is pregnant, the correct term to refer to this process. Of course, we must know that in each litter a cat can give birth to between three and eight kittens. This means that she could have around 36 kittens per year and that throughout her life she would have 400 or more kittens. For all these reasons, and because of the resulting health problems that can occur, it is highly advisable to spay them, something we will discuss in another video by an animal expert. But today we will focus on detailing six symptoms of pregnancy in cats and some related doubts. Many people initially dismiss the idea that their cat is pregnant if they observe her in heat. However, we must know that cats can be pregnant and in heat up to two weeks after fertilization. In addition, during the same heat, the cat may have been with more than one male, which would result in a litter from two different fathers. Above, we have left you a link to our video on heat in cats so that you know everything you need to know about this period. In the early stages of pregnancy, it can be difficult to detect. Furthermore, not all cats are the same. Some go through pregnancy normally and others show more obvious behavioral changes. In general, a pregnant cat will experience a series of changes in behavior and other physical symptoms that can help you identify pregnancy. They they are the first Loss of appetite. You will notice that the cat eats smaller amounts. She may ask for food and then barely touch it, even her favorite this is normal and in a matter of days she will eat completely normally. 2. She sleeps more hours. She is more apathetic without wanting to play. You will notice this, especially if she lives with other cats. She will try to be alone and rest. 3. She is more affectionate and homely. After meeting the male, it is common for the cat to not want to leave the house. This is an indication that there has been a heat wave because, as you will recall, during the heat her priority is to go out to meet a male. She will ask for more caresses and will be more affectionate than usual. And before continuing with the symptoms, do not forget to subscribe to our channel to stay up to date with everything we share. 4. She acts more withdrawn. The opposite may also occur where your cat acts more shy and does not want to socialize. Cats that are not house cats or that come and go freely from the house may be less affectionate than before. It totally depends on the cat's personality and her relationship with her owner. 55 we observe the swollen belly from the fourth week of pregnancy, you will be able to notice the physical changes caused by pregnancy. One of them is the swollen belly. 6. Changes in the nipples Also from the fourth week onwards, we will notice that the nipples become inflamed larger and take on a pinker tone than usual. This is an indication that they are preparing to give milk. As the weeks go by, you will notice how the breasts fill with milk and increase in size. There are some abnormal symptoms such as bleeding, lack of hygiene, diarrhea, vomiting, weight loss, fainting, hiding, inactivity and even abortion of the kittens. All of these symptoms are not appropriate and should alert us if we observe them. We will urgently go to the vet Monitoring the pregnancy and preparing for delivery. The moment of giving birth will occur from the 60th day of pregnancy, but since it is often difficult to determine the moment, it is important to be prepared. We recommend that you go to the vet to have an ultrasound done on the pregnant cat. This will help to know how many kittens are on the way, if there may be complications during the delivery, etc. To give birth, cats usually seek out secluded, warm, quiet and dimly lit places. If you have an attic or basement in your home, she may choose one of these corners to give birth. You can prepare a cardboard box with some blankets and leave some water and food next to it. If you want us to make a video explaining the symptoms of labor or how to care for a cat that has just had kittens, let us know in the comments. And don't forget to give us a like if you found this content interesting. Until next time experts Sir.
