Will a 3-legged pregnant cat have trouble giving birth or nursing?

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I work at a shelter and we got in a pregnant cat with a broken back leg (was thought to have been HBC). Emergency vet we took her to did x Ray's and ultrasound (saw live fetus) said her leg could probably be reset. Our shelter vet however, just removed the leg. Could only having 3 legs make it harder for her to give birth? Or harder to nurse? How long on pain meds? Our vet does 2 days but sometimes it seems that it may not be enough. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | unspayed | 1 year old | 1.5 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Three-legged cats do well. I see no reason why it would affect her giving birth and nursing. Ideally pain medications should be continued for a week or more based on how the cat is doing. There is some what of a risk to the unborn babies giving pain medications so care is warranted. Ultimately she will be fine! You guys saved her and her babies! Have a great day!

Will a 3-legged pregnant cat have trouble giving birth or nursing?

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