Is it safe to bathe my cat after she just gave birth and is dirty?

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My cat just gave birth she cleaned her self but not properly can I give her a bath?

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

I would not give her a bath just yet, as there is a chance infection can enter the uterus when you bath a cat right after giving birth. I would wait at least 2-3 days before bathing her. At this point, her cervix will be closed. Be sure to rinse her off well to get all the cat shampoo off her for the safety of her kittens. You can use a warm damp washcloth to gently wipe around her vaginal area to get give her a bit of a cleaning.

Is it safe to bathe my cat after she just gave birth and is dirty?

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