My cat is in labor, a kitten's tail is showing, and vets are closed.

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Hi, my cat gave birth to 2 kittens 4 days ago but now she looks in labor, we see a tail in her vaginal opening. The vet clinics in our place are now close. Please help. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | unspayed

Emily, DVM · Accepted Answer

Unfortunately you cannot safely"pull" the kitten without risking trauma to the mother. I would keep the cat as quiet and confined as possible and have a veterinarian see her first thing if an emergency veterinarian isn't available tonight. The other kittens should still be ok to nurse.

My cat is in labor, a kitten's tail is showing, and vets are closed.

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