My cat is bleeding (bright red, watery) less than 48 hours after giving birth. Is it normal? What are the symptoms of retained kittens or placenta?

Updated On April 8th, 2016

Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | unspayed

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Answered By Dr. Paula Simons

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A small amount of reddish/brown discharge is normal but frank red blood may indicate internal bleeding. Check her gums to make sure she isn't pale - indicating anemia. The blood may indicate postpartum hemorrhage, which is an emergency, and she should be assessed by a veterinarian right away. Retained placenta/kittens would appear as discolored/odorous discharge, fever, and poor doing of the mother. Either way, I would highly recommend she be examined by a vet.

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