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How can my cat feed 8 kittens if she only has 1-2 nipples left?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 13 lbs

My feline is going into labor right now and this is her second time giving birth. The first time her kittens had chewed off her nipples except for about 1 or 2. I just want to know if she is able to feed all 8 babies still with missing nipples.

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 17th, 2017

You will need to bottle feed the kittens if she only has 1 or 2 nipples as she probably won't be able to nurse all the kittens. She should also be spayed after this litter so she doesn't continue to have kittens.

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