If she seems lethargic, has passed an unpleasant discharge or is bleeding heavily from her vulva (green, brown or red discharge while the kittens are being born is normal).The mother seems to be noticeably distressed.If between 30 and 60 minutes of intense straining she doesn't produce a kitten or a kitten seems to be stuck.Many cats give birth without needing any help at all, but signs she may be having difficulty include Keep an eye on her to check she's doing ok, but avoid disturbing her as it could cause unnecessary problems for the kittens.Place some shelter nearby - depending upon the weather, placing some shelter nearby could help keep her shaded from the sun and sheltered from cold winds and rain.Placing a shallow bowl of water nearby - this should be done with minimal disturbance, keep a good distance.If you can't find the owner, please call a local animal rescue centre for advice on what to do when the kittens arrive. Try to locate her owner - post on local social media groups or speak to neighbours to see if anybody knows her. ![]() If you've found a pregnant cat who you think is in labour
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