Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

My cat is nursing kittens and suddenly won't eat her dry food.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

my cat are currently breastfeeding her kittens, but she suddenly refused to eat any dry food

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 9th, 2020

Thank you for submitting your question regarding your cat. I recommend that she sees a veterinarian today. She will need a large amount of calories to produce enough milk for the kittens. Feeding her kitten food will help. It is palatable and contains higher fat, protein and calories. The veterinarian will examine her. Sometimes x-rays are taken to ensure that she delivered all the kittens. She will be checked for an infection such as mastitis as well. I hope this information helps!

Vote icon

4Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored