Preggo kitty wandered onto my porch! *started a new thread*

[Malibu's Mom]

Ok, she's back as you all predicted. We were very glad to see eachother - I was glad because I was worried, she was glad because she knew I'd give her a can of wet food I know today will be stressful for her but I'm hoping she forgives me soon. I'm such a bundle of nerves right now but I'm working on it. This would be the first birth I've had to deal with - thank goodness I have a friend who has been breeding cats for several decades as a lifeline if I need it.

[cassiesmom]

Yay! Good girl, tuxie kitty! Please don't go far from the porch.

[lizbud]

Ok, she's back as you all predicted. We were very glad to see eachother - I was glad because I was worried, she was glad because she knew I'd give her a can of wet food I know today will be stressful for her but I'm hoping she forgives me soon. I'm such a bundle of nerves right now but I'm working on it. This would be the first birth I've had to deal with - thank goodness I have a friend who has been breeding cats for several decades as a lifeline if I need it.

Do you have her inside now? If she's close to giving birth & has them
outside, you might never find them. Momma cats hide them pretty well.
Thank you so much for helping her & good luck with the little ones. I'm
glad you have someone nearby you can call if you have questions.

[mrspunkysmom]

Glad she's back. Cats have a sense about where to be. I take it you didn't make it to the vet today?

[dehlers43]

Princess Chelsea Pearl was about that age when I adopted her - she too was very very preggers.....
Brought her home on a Monday and she gave me four kittens the next night! Lots of stuff online about being a kitty midwife.
Good luck!

[Malibu's Mom]

I did get her to the vet today, sooo sorry I didn't update earlier!! She is much older than I estimated (thank goodness), over 1 and probably about 3. She's definitely preggers (ultrasound confirmed), FELV/FIP negative, no microchip, in good general health. Vet didn't think to count the babies when he ultrasounded (not my usual vet!) but he said to expect 3-6. She is in the bathroom chillin' behind the toilet. I have her set up with a big dog kennel with a box in the back, litter box, food & water and a few toys. She charmed the vet and the vet techs of course. She's such a sweetie. She kneaded the entire time. I'm trying not to fall in love because she might not get along with other cats or dogs, or she might have an owner that wants her back. But it's so hard not to!

Will get some pics when she's relaxed a bit more.

[Karen]

Thank goodness, though she is still a delicate gal, hopefully she does okay with giving birth and all. I am glad you made it to the vet, and that she's safely inside!

[phesina]

God bless you and the kitties all! Thank you for taking her in and having her checked out and giving her a good, safe place to have her babies.

Don't even think about giving her back to anyone claiming to be her "owner." They sure weren't taking very good care of her.

[Malibu's Mom]

Oh, believe me - I would be VERY suspicious of anyone claiming to be the owner! It's a real long shot to find the owner anyway. There is an extremely slim chance that anybody looking for her. I'm glad she's indoors as well. I did understand my mom's concerns and respected them. Thankfully it all worked out for the better.

[mrspunkysmom]

I think it's great that you took her in. Praying that all goes well.

[katladyd]

This little lady needed a caring hooman and she sure found one! I am so glad momma and her kitties will be safe inside. If you keep her, if her real owner comes for her, or if you adopt her out, she will definitely be better off than she was when you found her. Such a pretty girl!!!

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm so glad that she's healthy and that she's now inside. I hope that everything will go smoothly when she delivers her kittens and that they're all healthy. I look forward to hearing more about her and also seeing many more pictures too.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

What a sweet mommy to be cat she is. Chances are this isn't her first litter if she is over one. I'm glad you have her inside. Hope all goes well for you, her and the future babies.

[momcat]

Thank you and bless you for all you have done for this beautiful kitty She couldn't be in better hands! I'm so happy to hear her vet check went well. Did the vet give you any idea as to when the blessed event might be?

Many prayers are being prayed for mommycat and her babies!

[Malibu's Mom]

Unfortunately the vet couldn't tell me when she's going to give birth. He basically just told me that she's in the last stages. It's hard when you don't know the exact breeding date. An x-ray would've helped but I didn't want to put her through undue stress.

About 5 AM last night she was pretty restless, meowing and scratching at the door and such so I went in and laid on the floor with her. She was doing a lot of nesting and was moving around a lot so I stayed with her for about an hour until she settled down a bit. She's been pretty tired today, which doesn't surprise me because yesterday was very eventful. I'm treating her as if she could go into labor any time but I don't think it'll be for a little while because she still has a big appetite. You really never know, though!

Also, I REALLY appreciate all the prayers and good wishes. They help so much.