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My cat just had kittens and is bleeding. Is this normal discharge?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female

My cat gave birth three days ago and today she is bleeding from her vagina. The blood will stop for 1 minute and then it would spuu out. Is this a sign of hemorrhage? Please help me

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Answered By Karly Macon, DVM, MS, CVA Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Veterinarian

Published on September 30th, 2017

This is probably normal lochia discharge that you will see as vaginal discharge for several week post-queening. If she is eating well, the kittens are nursing, and all the nipples have normal milk discharge, she is probably fine. If Princess stops eating, or has vomiting or diarrhea, or seems weak, or has signs of swollen nipples and mastitis, she needs to see a vet right away. Hope that helps!

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    Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on March 16th, 2018

    If she still has a kitten inside it is likely dead and starting to disintegrate. This could make Jackie very sick and can possibly be life threatening. Please take Jackie to your vet for an exam. Your vet can check for a retained kitten, and help with either the birth of that kitten or removal. If there is no kitten there may be an injury or infection which need to be treated. The "bleeding" may be normal lochiae (cleaning out after giving birth). So a check up at the vet's is definitely recommended. Take her with the kittens, so she does not get distressed without kittens,

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    Answered By Sarah Derksen, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on June 7th, 2017

    Hi there. It is normal to have minor discharge post birth, but if it seems excessive, she would need to see a veterinarian right away. Watch for weakness, pale gums, decreased appetite, and any foul odor to the discharge.

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    Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

    Veterinarian

    Published on October 16th, 2017

    This is very common. She may continue to have a mild mucous bloody discharge for a few days. If she stops eating or drinking or is profusely bleeding, then you will want to try to take her to the vet to ensure everything is okay. I hope this helps.

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