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She's having her first kitten right now, I'll update as we go!
Reilly left about an inch on each baby. It will fall off withen about a week.Originally Posted by IloveSiamese
Thanks. I'm going to try and google it haha
Care of the umbilical cord
The umbilical cord must be allowed to dry up and drop off naturally, and under no circumstances should it be removed. However, if the cord is very long it can become wound round a limb, cutting off the circulation: one kitten lost a paw this way. A kitten may also step on a very long cord, causing a hernia or even opening the stomach at the navel, which would be fatal. DO NOT try to cut a long cord yourself: leave it to the vet. If you notice bleeding in the navel area, seek veterinary advice IMMEDIATELY: if there is a delay before you can get to the surgery, as an emergency measure soak a cotton wool ball in boiled salt water, squeeze it almost dry and hold it GENTLY over the navel until the bleeding stops. Do NOT rub or wash the area, and see the vet as soon as possible.