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My dog is humping my pregnant cat near birth. Is this safe for her?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed

My male dog is humping my pregnant cat I've never seen this before and I believe she is getting real close to having them

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Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 20th, 2020

Put Momma in her own room with a nesting box, food, water, and litter box. She needs peace and quiet, and the dog should have no access to her. This humping will stress her out, which she does not need now.
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