Can cats get pregnant with more than one tom?

Can cats get pregnant with more than one tom?

It’s a phenomenon called “heteropaternal superfecundation.” Think of these kittens like fraternal twins—genetically different and occupying the uterus together—but instead of one male fertilizing multiple eggs, each kitten could be sired by a different tom.

Do pregnant cats spray?

It is not uncommon for very young cats to become pregnant, so keep watch for spraying behaviour.

How is the pregnant female tom cat doing?

The neutering appointmentfor our tom cat us scheduled for next month. Currently, our female is in her 6th week of pregnancy and the tom often chases her and tries to sniff her up and pin her. She generally kicks him ir refuses. But today, I noticed that she didn’t protest when he mounted her and she even let out a scream at the end.

Can a female cat get pregnant by two males?

The female has more then one egg, so if mated with more then one tom in a short period, the sperm from both will fertilize the eggs and you can have some kits fathered by each male. What Occurs During Mating?

When does a female cat start to show signs of pregnancy?

By the second week, the male cat’s sperm will find the female cat’s eggs, fertilise them and make the journey to the uterus where pregnancy will develop. At this stage, the cat shows no physical signs or symptoms of pregnancy. By week three, the kittens’ bodies slowly develop.

Can a male cat mount a pregnant cat?

You should not have allowed your male cat to mount your already pregnant cat. I agree that you should neuter the male cat ASAP. And yes, she can now possibly have 2 separate litters of kittens. What was the breeder’s interest in wanting your cats to mate and produce a litter before being fixed? I find this to be an unusual request.

How does a tom cat get a female cat pregnant?

The tom cat will mount the female from the rear, holding her on the back of the neck with his teeth. This biting behavior may in part be to ensure cooperation, but may also stimulate a part of the female’s brain that induces ovulation.

The female has more then one egg, so if mated with more then one tom in a short period, the sperm from both will fertilize the eggs and you can have some kits fathered by each male. What Occurs During Mating?

By the second week, the male cat’s sperm will find the female cat’s eggs, fertilise them and make the journey to the uterus where pregnancy will develop. At this stage, the cat shows no physical signs or symptoms of pregnancy. By week three, the kittens’ bodies slowly develop.

Is it dangerous for a pregnant woman to have a cat?

The chief concern surrounding pregnancy and cats is the disease toxoplasmosis. It is caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii. Toxoplasmosis in cats is rarely a serious problem.