The symptoms of retained placenta in female cats are as follows: dark green secretion continues for more than 24 to 26 hours after delivery, and the secretion increases. The discharge has an odor. Fever, drowsiness, etc.

Symptoms of retained placenta in female cats

1. Continuous dark green discharge: Most female cats discharge secretions within 24-48 hours after giving birth. The discharge just after giving birth is dark green, but it usually turns to rust color within 24 hours. If dark green discharge continues for more than 24 to 26 hours after delivery, it means there is something wrong.

2. Increased secretions: Under normal circumstances, secretions will decrease within the first 24-48 hours.

3. The secretion has a smell

4. Emission and secretion for 48 hours.

5. Fever: If the female cat's body temperature is too high, it may represent an infection.

6. Drowsiness.

Causes of retained placenta in female cats

1. The delivery time is too long

2. Dystocia or abnormal delivery

3. There are too many kittens.

What to do if a female cat has retained placenta

It is recommended to take it to the hospital for diagnosis, because palpation is generally unreliable, and the doctor may not notice that the female cat may have eaten several of the placentas. It is best to seek help from a veterinarian. To avoid accidents caused by handling it by yourself, never force it out directly!

Dangers of retained placenta in female cats

If left untreated, retained placenta can lead to metritis - a serous inflammation of the uterus. affect another pregnancy.