What do you do when an outdoor cat has kittens?

1. Bring the whole family inside to a quiet, small room (like a bathroom). You can also use a large dog crate, covered with a blanket.
2. Provide the mother cat and kittens with a carrier as a hiding place. Provide food and water, and a litter box placed as far away from the sleeping and eating area as possible.

Is it normal for mother cats to leave kittens periodically?

You might see the mom leaving just a few weeks after the kittens were born. That’s perfectly normal and expected behavior. Your mother cat will know when it’s time to show the kittens around. She might go on longer solo trips at this point, or come to teach them the ways of the house.

How do I know if my cat has abandoned her kittens?

If hours pass and the babies are dirty, fussy and loud, it is safe to consider them abandoned. It’s important to remember to wait an appropriate amount of time and to stay calm. A lot of people panic and want to scoop the kittens up and care for them right away.

Can a cat have kittens outside without being inside?

Often times, a cat will have kittens outside, even if the cat spends a lot of time in the home. Inside/outside cats still sometimes have their kittens outside. If your cat had kittens outside, this post can help you understand why it happened and how to help her.

Will a mother cat abandon her kittens if you move them?

However, there are some situations in which your mommy cat and her newborn babies will need moving (read more below). If you move the kittens prematurely, the mom could get anxious about her babies and will most likely try to move them back to the original location anyway or worse, abandon them (in extreme cases).

Do outdoor cats pick a spot to hide their kittens?

An outdoor cat will pick a spot that is difficult to find and/or get to in order to minimize any danger to her kittens from predators. Coyotes, hawks, eagles, and even domesticated dogs all present a real danger to her kittens, so a safe, secluded spot is key.

Is it safe for my Cat to be outside at night?

No cats should be outdoors when it gets dark out, if they are outside make sure to round them up just around dusk to come inside. Also take him to the vet before he shows symptoms , cats hide their discomfort very well. Has he had his vaccinations?