Whelping / Kittening Prep Checklist
The two weeks before a litter arrives are when most preventable problems are avoided. This checklist walks through every physical item you need in your whelping kit, how to set up a proper whelping or kittening box, what to discuss with your vet at the 55-day check, and the critical postpartum monitoring window (colostrum, weight, mom's temperature). Skip any of these steps and a routine birth can turn into an emergency at 2 a.m.
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Whelping box setup (2-3 weeks before due date)
Whelping kit (assemble by day 55)
Health & vet prep
Postpartum (first 48 hours)
Not medical advice. This tool provides general guidance based on common veterinary formulas. Always consult your veterinarian for medical decisions about your pet.
Examples
- Golden Retriever due in 3 weeks26 checklist items across 4 stages
- Queen due in 10 daysKittening box ready, gram scale calibrated
- First-time breederVet ER phone number + C-section threshold set