U4: Feline Repro Flashcards
What time of the day does feline mating usually occur under natural conditions?
At night
What is postcoitus?
After sexual intercourse
When should palpation be done?
16-30 days postcoitus
When should examination of the nipples be done?
At 3 weeks/21 days
When can an ultrasound be done?
14 days postcoitus
When can a radiography be done?
43 days postcoitus
How long is gestation in the queen typically?
63-66 days
What do superior growth diets contain?
At least 30-32% protein and 20% fat
What should the temperature of the nesting room be?
22°C or higher
What are the four phases of parturition of a feline?
- Contraction phase
- Emergence phase
- Delivery phase
- Placental phase
When would a queen require a Caesarean section?
If more than 2 hours pass before the first kitten appears, or more than 4-6 hours between kittens, and the queen is actively straining or appears ill and weak
What is mammary gland hyperplasia?
The mammary glands become very hard and swollen
What is Mastitis?
When there is a bacterial infection of lactating mammary glands become very
How much do newborn kittens weigh?
80-120 grams at birth, and gain from 5-15 grams per day
What should kittens be fed?
A dry growth formula of a minimum of 30% protein and 20% fat, soaked in warm water
