FEEDING PREGNANT OR NURSING CATS

Gestation and lactation dramatically affect a cat’s nutritional needs. She is no longer only feeding herself. Besides the increased quantity required, the quality of the food has a direct impact on the amount and nutritional value of milk. NUTRIENCE JUNIOR KITTEN FOOD is the right choice for this important stage of life.
AGE STAGES OF LIFE DESCRIPTION AND RECOMMENDATIONS NUTRIENCE FEEDING METHOD
1 to 7 years last 3 – 4 weeks of pregnancy
It is especially important to serve the proper diet for growth & lactation during gestation. To avoid using her own reserves, the female requires 25% more nutrition than during maintenance.


 Junior Kitten Food
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1 to 7 years whelping
During the last week of gestation, the queen seems very tired. She will refuse food a few hours before whelping (giving birth).
1 to 7 years lactation 1 st week
During lactation, the queen must be encouraged to eat dry food. This ensures an adequate milk production by the female and optimal growth of the kittens.
1 to 7 years lactation 2 nd week
At this stage the queen needs 2 – 3 times more energy than she did for maintenance.
1 to 7 years lactation 3 rd week
Without adequate nutrients, milk production decreases. Shortage of milk is one of the most common causes of mortality in kittens.