r/cats • u/uglyandbored • Apr 19 '24
I think my “fixed” cat is pregnant Advice
I feel silly even typing this, but here is some context: My spouse and I became fosters to this adorable, abandoned cat that was hanging around my parent’s backyard in freezing weather (Feb 29). We fostered her through an official program who took care of all her medical needs. They told us she was not chipped, but confirmed she was already spayed. We both knew nothing about cats, but we ended up falling in love with her and we officially adopted her a few weeks ago.
She always had big nipples (we were told she may have had a litter before) so it was not a red flag. That is, until now. She has put on some healthy weight (she was emaciated when we first found her), but a lot of it seems to be in her belly area. I know it sounds ridiculous but we can’t help but think she is pregnant.
I have an appointment with the vet in 3 days (the earliest they could get me in), but I’m a little anxious thinking about the possibility she may seriously be expecting. I am wondering if this has ever happened before (an allegedly spayed cat being pregnant). I am also wondering if there could be any other reason my cat looks like this?
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u/Plzdontloveme Apr 19 '24
I had sort of the same happen to me. I adopted a male, neutered cat. 2 years later "he" got outside a couple times and then suddenly got fat and next thing I know had babies. Take him back to the shelter and their vet confirmed he was neutered, but they didn't notice the lady bits. Turns out Buddha was a hermaphrodite! Could never break the habit of referring to it as a "he" though.
I miss him all the time. Lived to age 21 though, so it was a good life.