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Is green discharge normal for a pregnant cat about to give birth?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 10 months and 6 days old

My pregnant cat is due to give birth any day now. I noticed a greenish mucus discharge 3 days ago, the same texture as snot. I had this discharge in my pregnancy and it was fine. My cat is eating normally, babies are moving and my cat isn't crying etc. But I had read online that a green discharge is very serious. Is it normal?

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Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on October 7th, 2018

The greenish discharge can indicate early separation of the placenta, and it's not considered normal in cats. It could be that one of the kittens could have separated early from its placenta, and I would take Mia into the vet now to get checked up to be safe. Best of luck.
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  • Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 1st, 2017

    I do know that you are talking about, and that is a very concerning sign if GG hasn't has any kittens yet. It is normal to have this greenish discharge after a kitten has been born, but if this greenish discharge has appeared before the kittens, this is a sign of premature separation of the placenta. Should this be the case, this is a medical emergency and GG has to see a vet now. She may need help giving birth to her kittens, and leaving her without veterinary treatment can result in the death of her kittens. Please take her into a vet now if you are seeing this greenish discharge and no kittens have been born yet.

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  • Answered By Karly Macon, DVM, MS, CVA Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 13th, 2017

    Yes, green vaginal discharge can mean that there is premature placental separation, and one or all of the kittens in the litter could be in danger. I recommend a vet visit right away for an ultrasound of Elsa's uterus so your vet can count the kitten's heart rates and see if they are ok, or if she is aborting, or needs an emergency c section or medications.

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  • Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

    Veterinarian

    Published on April 14th, 2018

    Any discharge during pregnancy is concerning and cloudy or green discolouration is very suspicious for a miscarriage and/or infection. I strongly recommend a check up by your vet for the safety of mother and any surviving kittens

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  • Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on March 15th, 2020

    She definitely looks pregnant and she may be trying to give birth. If you keep disturbing her she may not have the kittens. Leave her alone and just check on her every couple of hours. If she is in active labor (pushing) and no kittens are coming out then she needs to see a vet ASAP.

    Here is a link about what to expect in a cat giving birth.

    https://www.petcoach.co/article/queening-giving-birth-in-cats/

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