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My pregnant cat has discharge. Is it her mucus plug or something else?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | unspayed

My cat is pregnant, I want to say she is around 8-8.5 weeks along, and I noticed this discharge today. (In photos). Does this look like possibly her mucus plug was lost or something else?

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Answered By Makenzie Kurth, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 30th, 2018

That could definitely be mucous plug. It’s certainly not enough or abnormal enough for me to be panicking about anything serious. Leave her to her quiet area tonight and check on her every hours or two. If you do see larger amounts of fluid, dark discharge, foul-smelling discharge, or have other concerns, see a vet right away. Best of luck to you and Mochi!

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    Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

    Veterinarian

    Published on July 1st, 2018

    Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! If she is acting fine and the discharge was once or very infrequent I wouldn't worry. It could be part of her mucous plug. It may indicate labor is coming soon, but just like in people it can mean a week or 1 day. Watch her closely. If she isn't acting normally I would worry about infection and I recommend having her seen by your Vet. I wish you and Luna the best!

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