What’s The Best Diet For A Pregnant Cat?
Pregnant cats have to eat for two, three, four, five, even six cats. So her
regular meal is just not enough. What should you give instead? Pregnant and
lactating queens need more calories than normal. However, you won’t have
to force her to eat. Cats are very intelligent animals. They know when they
have to eat and how much. Don’t get worried if your cat’s appetite
decreases in the very early stages of pregnancy. Soon her appetite will increase,
and this time dramatically.
The quality of the food is essential. Of course you should always give your
cat a nutritionally balanced meal, but this
time it’s even more important than usual. You are not feeding one cat
anymore, but a few (soon-to-be) kittens as well! It’s recommended to buy
food from a pet store. Most experienced breeders agree that kitten food is the
best for your pregnant cat – yes, even when the kittens are not there
yet. Why? Because kitten food contains more calories and protein, and that’s
just what your queen needs. Gradually start mixing your cat's regular food with
this high-quality kitten food you found in your pet store. Add more kitten food
every week. During the week of birth your queen should eat only kitten food.
Some breeders also serve raw meat and say that’s good for a pregnant cat
as well. However , there is some controversy about this.
About 24 to 48 hours before delivery a pregnant queen will refuse food. Her
appetite should return within one day after she gave birth. Keep her on a kitten
food diet until the kittens are weaned.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Journalist Marc de Jong is a long-time cat lover and owner of http://www.cat-pregnancy-report.com - More in-depth information about food for kittens and pregnant cats is found
in How To Take Care Of Your Pregnant Cat, his acclaimed ebook on cat pregnancy,
birth and kitten care.
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