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Thanks for using Boop by Petco! It is recommended to have oxytocin administered by a veterinarian. This is given subcutaneously (under the skin) in between the shoulder blades. Good luck and have a good night!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Hello. I am sorry for your concerns about Willow. I assume your veterinarian gave her a shot of Oxytocin at 9 am. Usually, this will initiate contractions within 30 minutes, if not, we may repeat the injection one more time ( assuming no puppies can be felt in the external birth canal). If it has been several hours & no puppies have been born then it is probably time to consider that Willow needs a C-section. I hope all is well soon. Thanks for using Boop by Petco.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
It sounds like this cat needs a c-section. Cats rarely have issues giving birth so there is definitely a problem. More oxytocin is not likely to help. I suggest you call the vet back and take her for surgery. If the vet is not available just keep the cat in a calm, quiet area until you can get to the vet in the morning.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
The sonogram is most likely correct. Your vet probably gave an injection of oxytocin which is a hormone to stimulate uterine contractions. Typically, if no contractions or birth of the kitten happens within 1 hour, it is not going to work. If that is indeed the injection that was used, your vet should recheck her after an hour and decide if a C-section should be done to remove the kitten surgically. Thank you for using Boop by Petco.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
It's never recommended for a horse to have twins, as it is dangerous for the mare, especially during delivery. Typically when a horse is suspected to be pregnant, a rectal ultrasound is done, and if twins are detected, one of the embryos is aborted for the safety of the mare. If you are concerned that Sabrina may have twins, this is a medical emergency, and you need to call a vet immediately.
Updated on September 24th, 2025