How many kittens does one Mama Cat have?
One on my brother’s bed and the other on my other brother’s bed. There were 11 kittens in all. Both mama cats decided to put their kittens in a group. You didn’t know which kitten was born to which mama. They didn’t have leash laws then, and dogs roamed the neighborhood. Pitty the poor dog that came in OUR yard. BOTH mama cats would attack the dog.
Why does a mother cat not want her kittens?
Some don’t. A disinterested mom may also have been traumatized during the birth if she was, for example, not in a safe place or had physical difficulty in labor. Her hyper-vigilance and nervousness might make it difficult for her to relax and lie down so the kittens can suckle.
Can a mother cat be a challenge for any species?
Motherhood can be a challenge for any species. Give these cat moms compassion, consideration, and help if they need it, just as you would for any struggling mother.
How often does a mother cat leave her kittens?
The older her kittens, the more time she will spend away. During the first week of life, mommy cat will leave her babies for only a few brief times each day.
One on my brother’s bed and the other on my other brother’s bed. There were 11 kittens in all. Both mama cats decided to put their kittens in a group. You didn’t know which kitten was born to which mama. They didn’t have leash laws then, and dogs roamed the neighborhood. Pitty the poor dog that came in OUR yard. BOTH mama cats would attack the dog.
Some don’t. A disinterested mom may also have been traumatized during the birth if she was, for example, not in a safe place or had physical difficulty in labor. Her hyper-vigilance and nervousness might make it difficult for her to relax and lie down so the kittens can suckle.
Motherhood can be a challenge for any species. Give these cat moms compassion, consideration, and help if they need it, just as you would for any struggling mother.
Is the mother cat trying to kidnap the kittens?
ANY IDEAS OR INFORMATION WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. Now, to isolate mother cat with her kittens for time being is surely wise, you did right here. But other female cats trying act like fostermother is not at all unusual – it isnt sickly in any way.