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Spayed pregnant cat aggressive & restless: Is it phantom labor?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 4 lbs

I have spayed a very pregnant stray cat a few says ago.It seems that she has now gone into phantom labour and was wreaking havoc this morning in the compound where I am feeding the cats.All cats are attacked in her aggrssive and agitated state, and she followed me home. I have placed her now in a room where she is pacing restlessly. Is there something they can do ie a possible hormonal imbalance, or how long will this last

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Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian

Published on January 21st, 2018

Unfortunately, there are not any great medicines you can give for a hormonal imbalance as such. I would give her some time. I would also make sure she is eating and drinking normally. If not, she could be in pain or have an infection from her surgery. I would have your vet take a look at her to ensure she is okay. Otherwise, give her a few days and she should calm down. It can take a few weeks for them to get back to 100% normal especially since she was so far along in her pregnancy. I hope this helps!

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