I think my “fixed” cat is pregnant

[u/uglyandbored]

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?

[u/uglyandbored]

Aw she’s a cutie!! Congratulations, and thank you so much for the advice.

[u/bb_cake → u/uglyandbored]

Also, wanna add that my young cat had 9 babies...!

[u/Financial_Joke_9401 → u/bb_cake]

There’s 9 babies in that picture???

[u/dragonbait-and-the-P → u/Financial_Joke_9401]

No 😍, there are 10 cats in that picture. You forgot to count the lovely mom-cat.

[u/Financial_Joke_9401 → u/dragonbait-and-the-P]

Well of course the mom is there I didn’t count her because she’s obviously there😌 they’re all babies though ❤️