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My pregnant cat is due. How do I know she's going into labor?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

How can i tell when my cat is going into labor

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 23rd, 2018

Hello. Many cats will begin looking for out of the way places to have their kittens, a closet, a pile of laundry, or under a bed or bureau. But I have also known of cats having their litters right in the middle of the owner's bed. You might notice a slight mucoid discharge that may be a little bloody, but cats are so fastidious you may not notice this. If your cat seems a bit distracted or disinterested in things, has a loss of appetite or may be a little grumpy, she is probably getting close to her time. If you know the breeding date, count approximately 63 days & that should give you her due date. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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