Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Scottish Fold | Female | unspayed | 6.6 lbs
Can kittens get stuck inside thier mother ?
1 Answer
Published on December 21st, 2017
It is more rare for a cat to have a difficult time delivering kittens, however there is a possibility a kitten can become stuck. The whole litter is usually born within 6 hours with kittens every 30 to 60 minutes. If the cat is stressed or distracted she is able to stop her labor and restart the next day. However, if the female has been having strong contractions for greater than 60 minutes, she needs assistance in passing the kitten. Bring her and any kittens delivered to the vet’s office right away. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!
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