AWWW Gemini's 1st pic

[carole]

Well I sure hope so, pity he had not thought about it before they were brought into this world, but what is done is done,some people have this belief a cat becomes better natured after having kittens, not a good reason to let your cat become pregnant IMO. .

[dab_20]

well my dad really didn't want kittens at all. he just never listens to me

[babychicaleek]

well my cat gemini gave me the idea that she might have her kittens in the
bath tub (is that safe?)


also


i already have someone that is interested in having a baby kitty

[carole]

Well that is a start, at least one baby maybe has a good home, have you checked out these people, do you think they will be good pet owners and will agree to de-sex the baby when it it time?

[caseysmom]

I think the tub probably makes her feel secure, just make sure she has a lot of blankets to keep warm. Hopefully its not a tub you need to use.

[babychicaleek]

I'm giving up my room for Gemini and her kittens too
she deserves it its a way of saying sorry for being a bad mommy
tonight i'm going to prepare for her and kinda let her know its a good idea to have her kittens in my room my room is really safe i don't have that much stuff just a bed a few shelfs and a mirror which should be removed


i wanna know if thats a good idea your the cat experts

[moosmom]

That's a great idea!! She'll be less stressed when her babies are born. If you have a radio, play classical music when you're gone. She'll be fine. The more relaxed she is, the better her chances are.

She'll start to get restless, not eat much, mess her bed up (messing up the covers trying to get comfortable). When it's really close, she'll start panting and pushing. Just let her be. If she's on the bed, move her to a box on the floor. This way none of the babies can fall off the bed and get hurt. Talk softly to her and praise her on what a good girl she is. It lets her know that you're there for her. She'll clean each kitten up as they're born. It's normal for her to eat the umbilical chord and placenta of each kitten (sorry, I know it's gross). They should start nursing. It'll take up to 10 hours from start to finish.

Good luck kiddo. It's been a harsh reality. I do hope your Dad wises up. There's alot of good advice here that he should definitely listen to!!

[carole]

You are a good girl for wanting to help Gemini through this, Donna has given you great advice, hope all goes well and post some pics of mama and babies when you can.

P.S Don't be too hard on yourself and consider yourself a bad mommy, just a mis-informed one, you are trying to make amends and have Gemini's well-being as your top priority , that in itselfs shows you have learn't alot here and are growing towards becoming a very responsible pet owner and that is all good.

[babychicaleek]

Thank you for all of your help

[caseysmom]

Do you mind saying which state your are in? My kitty passed away earlier this year and I wouldn't turn down a kitten in need, I am not actively looking for a kitty right now because I am trying to get my new puppy a little more grown but I probably wouldn't turn down one in need.

[babychicaleek]

I live in Michigan

[caseysmom]

Oh...never mind..I am in California...I am sure you can find home for the babies, they are easier to adopt out that grown up cats, and actually that is why I will probably eventually get a grown up cat. My neighbor just adopted a mature kitty, its a dilute calico and she is so sweet.

[babychicaleek]

That's Great

I'm also wondering what name would go perfect with



Gemini


I only can keep 1 kitten when they are ready to leave their mother


I was thinking Melodi would be kewl but I wanna hear from you

[carole]

Melodi would be an awesome name, It is one I have picked out for any future kitties, I have a rather long list lol, mine is Melody spelt differently and Harmony. You are fortunate to beable to keep one, but remember NEUTER AND SPAY both mama and bubs when the time is right, keep that uppermost in your mind.

[QueenScoopalot]

Is Gemini looking around in a lot of different places lately? She may enjoy having a box in a closet where it's a bit dark, but with enough room for her to move around and clean off each kitten as they arrive into the world. And as Moosmom said they do (hopefully) chew the umbilical cords, and eat the placentas, but not always. Doing this is natural to a cat (and other mammals) and helps her to produce milk. If she doesn't do so, you should be prepared to cut the cords off yourself. I have needed to do this with new mamas, and all I did was tie off the cord about two inches from the kitten's belly, and then cut the rest off with scissors. Cats teeth use a scissor like motion which shreds the cord on the ends so it doesn't bleed, but humans can't replicate that one! It will dry up naturally in several days and fall off. Be sure you are feeding Gemini a lot of wet food, and kitten chow also, as it provides her with calcium which will not only help what came out of her own body to make the babies, but also helps her milk supply. I hope you take everyone's suggestions and get all the babies spayed and neutered along with mama before they leave. I rescue way too many kittens, and statistics say that out of a litter of four kittens, only one will have a forever home. Some will be dumped on the street, and some will end up in shelters that are already full. Michigan is one of those states where there's far too many adoptable pets already suffering, and it's the lucky ones who either find forever homes, or are euthanised humanely. Far too many end up on the streets, and it would be a shame for any of your babies to be to end up like that.