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My cat had one kitten. How long should I wait for more kittens?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 1 month old

hello mu cat 13 month old , giving a Birth for 1 kitty before 23 hours ago , how long should i wait until receiving all kitties ? i am not sure if there more . but she is tacking care of her first kitty and her self right now .

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on April 1st, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Lely may not have anymore kittens. Cats can delay labor for up to 24 hrs and especially if stressed. Be sure she is in a quiet room, keep extra people out, do not allow other animals in and only check in her every 2-3 hours. I would consider scheduling an appointment with your Vet for an X-ray to see if there are anymore left inside her uterus. I wish you and Lely the best!

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