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Gestation period is defined as the length of time from mating to birth. What IS the average gestation period for a feline — and how accurate is this time period for determining the anticipated date of delivery?
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When labor and delivery does not go normally, it can be an anguishing decision whether to schedule the mother-to-be for a C-section, or whether to wait and see if the queen can deliver naturally. Test your knowledge and instincts by deciding what you would do given specific birthing scenarios.
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The response to the first article in this series was overwhelming - and so here are 10 more real-life feline pregnancies for you to test your knowledge and instincts by deciding what you would do given specific birthing scenarios.
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The response to the first article in this series was overwhelming - and so here are 10 more real-life feline pregnancies for you to test your knowledge and instincts by deciding what you would do given specific birthing scenarios.
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Knowing how to best prepare your queen for a C-section, and how take care of her afterwards, can make the difference between a queen who successfully raises her litter on her own, or a queen who rejects her kittens completely.
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Every breeder should have a discussion with their veterinarian regarding their procedures should a cat need a C-section. Don't wait until a C-section is needed to find out your vet's views and techniques.
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Your cat has been bred. Hopefully the stork is on the way… but when exactly are the kittens due to arrive? You no longer need to count on your fingers or cross out weeks on a calendar. Use this calculator to simply type in the date your queen was bred, and the date she will Pink Up and her Due Date will be automatically calculated for you.
When a pregnant queen goes into labor, if a kitten becomes lodged in her birth canal, it may be necessary for the cat breeder to step in. This article describes the techniques you can use to help a "stuck" kitten be born safely.
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You can use your computer, tablet or smart phone to watch your cats wirelessly from another room in your home, or while you are away at work, or from across the country at a cat show... and this can all be accomplished for less than a $100 investment.
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As your pregnant queen enters her ninth week of gestation, it is time for you to prepare for the big event.
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