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Should I separate my male kitten from his mom during and after birth?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 15 lbs

My Lola stink is pregnant with her 2nd litter I kept a male kitten from her first litter he (puzzle) is now 4 months old . When Lola does go into labor will I have to keep puzzle away from Lola and her kittens ?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on November 13th, 2018

Yes, you will need to Puzzle away, and I would keep them complete separated until the kittens are older and starting to wean. I would also neuter Puzzle so he doesn't mate with his mother. Best of luck.

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