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When should I expect my pregnant cat to gain weight and kittens move?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

I know how many weeks pregnant my cat is at what week will I be able to see the kittens move and when will she start gaining weight??

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 20th, 2018

She should start gaining weight at around or about day 40 of pregnancy. Gestation time is 63-65 days on average. The kittens may or may not move, but you should feel them from about day 45 provided they do move.

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