Grandparent-to-be...
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Roadrunner said:How? Meow back?
Actually, by feeling her stomach, after the third one arrived and cleaned up, I felt around Panther's stomach area to see if there were anymore kitties, it seems like a possibility of two more...at least I do know that there is one more waiting to 'meow' its way out and also, after watching Panther's stomach closely and sure enough, more movement....
Interestingly, the second kitty was breached (born with its rear coming out first) and watched Panther licking where Panther probably assumed was the kitty's head...a few minutes went by and finally I took a small washcloth and rubbed the kitty's face, peeling and pulling off the sac so the kitty could breathe. Then several minutes went by and noticed how this kitty was breathing, it was raspy...therefore, I picked up the kitten and did a manuever swinging the kitten up and down from my knees (short up and down movement)...sure enough, then the kitten 'meowed' and was relieved the kitten was fine...and I eventually had to do it once more and once again, the kitten meowed and moved....doing this manuever helps make sure the lungs are cleared. Kind of a nice feeling knowing that this kitten's life was saved and doing well now.
At this time, Panther is obviously very tired and worn out, totally exhausted...I am sure once she gets a bit of rest, she'll then gather what strength she needs to get the next kitten out.
Until later--for now.
Oh my goodness, that poor little kitten!!! Roadrunner you're a lifesaver, and knew exactly what to do to get the little kitten breathing and meowing again!!! You saved this kitten's life!!! Great job Roadrunner!!!
Roadrunner said:Sure dearie...meanwhile, continue on with your dancing...somewhere up on cloud nine that is!
Latest update:
Still three wiggly, squirming cuties as blackie or smokey, tiger (blk. stripes) and a greyish black that are constantly bobbin' their little heads up and down, sideways, ever which way just to get at momma's milk. Quite a sight to just watch that! Panther's completely worn out and she just lays there and hasn't bothered to move around or leave the box. From time to time, I'll wake her up just to be sure she isn't so out of it and pet her around her head....
After she had her third one...and the third one was cleaned up, I did noticed some movement within Panther's stomach and a couple of contractions....since then, nothing...and that has been several hours ago now....by morning, I'll get Panther up and see if she'll move some and eat too...if it doesn't look good, then we'll take her to the Vet to see whether she still has any more babies that hasn't come out yet. Otherwise, it's been such a long day...constantly being beside her, watching those cuties climb over one another, etc.
There, I think that covers it unless ^Angel^ has anything else to add. But then again...*looking up--* wondering just how does she keep up with all the dancing and being sooo excited?!
they sound so beautiful!!!! I hope Panther is alright, and by morning, she will be able to deliver the rest of her kittens. You and Angel must be so tired after caring for your Grandkitties!!! Get some rest, and I will pray that mom is alright.^Angel^ said:Another good news is the 4th kitten already been born somewhere between 3 am to 7 this morning, Roadrunner and I both went to bed at 3 am because we were sooo tired and didn't think the 4th one would be born while we were sleeping lol
All four kittens are looking good and so for the mother!!
Wednesday April 25th
First kitten at 1:50 pm
Second kitten at 3:50 pm
Third kitten at 4:20 pm
Fourth kitten born ( today ) Thursday April 26 th somewhere between 3 am - 7 am
That's fantastic!!!! Thank God mom and kittens are doing well. They must be such a joy to watch. Thank you both for your updates!!!!CODAchild said:We women know that feeling!!!! We want to bite our husband's heads off when we are in labor.
The poor thing, she must be so tired from pushing so much!!!!
LOL!!! You got that right hon, we women know that feelings....
Glad to see you here my dearest CODAChild and many thanks for the kind words
Roadrunner said:It sure was good to see the momma cat up and about, went to nibble a little on the cat food...slurp up a little water too. Then went back to carry out her momma duties.
Hmm...I can't help thinking that we're being called grandparents....oh well, I don't mind, at least these grandkittens won't be asking us for $$ !!
It's a little hard telling whether there could be one more or not...that remains to be see...that is after I checked her stomach.
The last one is more greyish colored--Hmm...Ash? Will that be the name?
OH that is so good to hear about Panther, she has to be so hungry and thirsty right now, after working so hard all day and night. I bet you both must be exhausted, but, at the same time, so very much excited!!!!
That is a great name Roadrunner, "Ash", that is such a beautiful and unique name. Keep that name on the top of your list.
CODAchild said:
Oh yes but not as much as Panther was, she was more tired and wored out!!
It was a wonderful experiences watching the birth of kittens, I had fun and RR did a wonderful job too..
^Angel^ said:
That is so true ^Angel^. Two years ago, I witnessed my dog Chandler having puppies, she had 5 of them, and it was the best experience of watching her give birth to her puppies. I kept petting her head the whole time, and she was so loving, and I think grateful that she wasn't alone during the birthing process. It's an experience you and Roadrunner will never forget.
You both did such an excellent job with helping Panther and her kittens. You should both pat yourself on the back for an awesome job!!!
Roadrunner said:The tiger one is the one that I ended up saving its (can't say, she/he yet)--maybe that's a good name?
That is a great name "Tiger", I don't know why,
but, I think it's a great name for the one you saved. You should have the honors of naming this kitten.Roadrunner said:Doctor? Hmm...I don't think I hold a(certificate/license), but the best I could be is some sort of animal whisperer...one who is a 'natural' and having phenomenal connections with animals/pets. But hey, who's complaining, afterall, I got a cute nurse assistant here--
Although, getting her help sometimes can be a hectic thing to do, simply cuz she's been flyin' and dancin' high up on the clouds lately....
Let's call you "Roadrunner Doolittle", and Angel "Flashdancer"
^Angel^ said:LOL!!! You got that right hon, we women know that feelings....
Glad to see you here my dearest CODAChild and many thanks for the kind words
I am so glad to be here for the big event!!!! Thank you so much dear one for letting me know. I had no idea that something wonderful was going to be happening on Alldeaf. We need great news like this!!!!
^Angel^ said:
Thank God mother and kittens are doing great!!!! Roadrunner did an excellent job, and you kept him awake ^Angel^ with your toetapping in the air. You have to be the greatest assistant Roadrunner has ever had!!!!
Well, Well, my dear ^Angel^ and Beep-Beep -
Congratulations on your new grandfurkids!!! Im sure Panther was glad to have you there to help her bring those wee ones out into the world, and Im also sure she knows that you'll be around to protect them all from the big, bad world outta there.
My heartiest congrats to you!
Now, 'tis time to start saving money to spay Panther and then all the kids when they're old enough...that's advice from one furkid parent to another furkid parent.
Love ya all!
Congratulations on your new grandfurkids!!! Im sure Panther was glad to have you there to help her bring those wee ones out into the world, and Im also sure she knows that you'll be around to protect them all from the big, bad world outta there.
My heartiest congrats to you!
Now, 'tis time to start saving money to spay Panther and then all the kids when they're old enough...that's advice from one furkid parent to another furkid parent.
Love ya all!