Stages Of Pregnancy (Feline)

Question 1

The oestrus cycle consists of?

Answer 1

The reproduce cycle
Interrupted by non-breeding phases or pregnancies
begins when female reaches sexual maturity

Question 2

Mating and timings of canines and felines

Answer 2

canines = spontaneous 
felines = induced

Question 3

What are the 3 main stages of pregnancy?

Answer 3

1. pre-implantation
2. embryogenesis
3. foetal growth

Question 4

How long is a cats gestation (approx.)?

Answer 4

58-67days

Question 5

What stage of pregnancy does the egg become fertilised?

Answer 5

pre-implantation

Question 6

Finish the sentence.

The …….. cluster forms ……..

Answer 6

cells, embryo

Question 7

What stage of pregnancy is known as the ‘critical period’ starting at around 12-14 days?

Answer 7

Embryogenesis

Question 8

Embryogenesis is where the nervous system, heart and what is established?

Answer 8

Vertebral column

Question 9

Where do blood vessels appear?

Answer 9

Embryos

Question 10

At what stage do mammary glands enlarge and produce milk?

Answer 10

Foetal Growth

Question 11

State 3 signs/symptoms of pregnancy.

Answer 11

1. swollen/darker nipples
2. morning sickness
3. weight gain
4. increased appetite
5. changes in behaviour.

Question 12

State 3 signs of parturition.

Answer 12

1. body temperature drop
2. food refusal
3. abdomen contraction
4. vaginal discharge