The chance of dystocia in cats is not very high and is usually related to the cat’s age, physique, the size of the kitten’s bones and the size of the cat’s birth canal. Generally, cats that are older, weak, have an abnormal fetal position, and lack physical strength have a higher chance of dystocia. When a cat has dystocia, the owner should promptly perform midwifery or send it to a pet hospital.

How to deal with dystocia in cats

1. You can massage the cat’s abdomen first, and use your palms to press with the frequency of the female cat’s abdominal contraction, so as to Promote contraction and help cats deliver fetuses.

2. If the cat still does not give birth to kittens after more than 30 minutes, it is best to take the cat to a pet hospital for caesarean section or midwifery to avoid life-threatening consequences.

3. If the cat has dystocia due to misplaced placenta and excessive fetal size, a cesarean section should be performed immediately.