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Why is my cat nervous and aggressive with kittens after giving birth?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 5 months old

My cat gave birth to 3 kittens they are 3 months now but she is very nervous and when ever they walk near hear she hits them and make noises she is very nervous after giving birth her personality is not the same always nervous

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 4th, 2020

Hello. Unfortunately, this is not a friendly family group. Cats do not often form strong bonds with their offspring & she may be feeling a little threatened by having them around as they get older. It may be a good idea to either find homes for the kittens, or consider spaying the mother cat. This may alleviate some of her anxiety. Hopefully, things will even out for her soon. Thanks for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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