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Why is my cat moving her newborn kittens and what should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 4 months old | 6 lbs

My cat wants to move her 5 days old two kittens to a new place and she's meowing as if asking for something or wants me to help her so what should I do? And what does that mean?

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on September 21st, 2017

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Mom cats do like to move their babies if they feel they are at risk. For some reason Icy thinks they are and is stressed. If she is indoors, allow her to move the kittens (with in reason) to a new location. Watch her (but do not stress her) to see where she moves them to. If a lot of people are handling the kittens or coming to visit, I would limit that until the kittens are older. I hope this helps and good luck!

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