How to induce lactation in cats

There are several main ways to induce lactation in cats: First, feed the cat protein-rich soups, such as crucian carp soup, or feed the cat some protein-rich foods such as cow's milk, goat's milk, eggs, etc. Second, use a warm towel to apply hot compress to the cat's breasts, and perform moderate massage to promote milk production. Third, go to the pet hospital to buy some lactation-stimulating drugs for the cat, or inject oxytocin into the cat, and use hormone therapy to induce lactation.
1. Feed the cat food rich in protein
When the cat is out of milk, it can induce lactation by eating some food rich in protein, such as light fish soup, chicken soup, pig's trotter soup, etc. . However, when preparing soup for cats, be careful not to add salt to avoid increasing the burden on the cat’s kidneys. Pay attention to handling fish bones when feeding. At the same time, the supply of cat nutrition should also be increased, such as feeding cats some meat products or canned foods with high protein content.
2. Massage the cat’s breasts appropriately
When inducing lactation, the owner can also use a warm towel to apply hot compress to the cat’s breasts for 10-20 minutes, while gently Gently massage your cat's breasts without squeezing them too much. Also note that when massaging a cat, it is best to disinfect your hands and the cat’s nipples to avoid breast infection.
3. Inject oxytocin
The easiest way to induce lactation in cats is to go to the pet hospital to inject oxytocin into the cat. Generally, 3-4 intramuscular injections of oxytocin are required every day. Unit, inject once a day for 3-4 days to help cats produce milk.
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