So I think my little Melanie in pregnant. Her belly is bulging, seems to be getting bigger, and her nipples are pink and very defined. That being said, she was the runt of the little and is quite small. She's a little over a year old and this is her first (and only) litter. I'm concerned because I don't think she is in the best health.She has never been to a vet or had any shots (My mother never thought it was worth the money). On top of that, I was away for 5 months nd my mom was taking care of her. I come home and she's lost a lot of her on her butt and back legs, has fleas, and scabs all over her from scratching the fleas. (Not to mention she was mad at me. She hissed at me when I walked through the door, but has since forgiven me xD). I want to give her a flea bath, but I can't find any shampoo safe for pregnant kitties.
I have no idea when she is due and I want to be prepared, but we are in a hard spot with money atm and my mom doesn't even want to spend money on another litter box to keep Melanie away from the other cat we have, let alone kitten food or a trip to the vet. So what should I get/ be doing for her? How much does a trip to the vet normally cost and do they ever do payment plans? And how do I know if she is close to having her babies? She has always been a piggy and I can't tell if she is eating more. I feel so bad for her and am trying to get a job to pay for the things she needs.
Thank you for the help!
I have no idea when she is due and I want to be prepared, but we are in a hard spot with money atm and my mom doesn't even want to spend money on another litter box to keep Melanie away from the other cat we have, let alone kitten food or a trip to the vet. So what should I get/ be doing for her? How much does a trip to the vet normally cost and do they ever do payment plans? And how do I know if she is close to having her babies? She has always been a piggy and I can't tell if she is eating more. I feel so bad for her and am trying to get a job to pay for the things she needs.
Thank you for the help!