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What are the Most Obvious Signs of a Cat's Pregnancy at 15 Days and How to Tell?

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When a cat reaches 15 days of pregnancy, the nipples will gradually change from dot-like protrusions to more noticeable bumps, and the abdomen will slowly start to swell, with the abdominal circumference gradually increasing. Owners can take their cat to the vet for an examination after the 19th day of pregnancy to further confirm the pregnancy. In the early stages of pregnancy, it may be difficult to detect. However, the nipples may change from dot-like protrusions to more wart-like protrusions, the mammary glands begin to slowly swell, and the abdominal circumference gradually increases. These are key indicators of a cat's pregnancy within the first 15 days. After pregnancy, if the mating time can be determined, an ultrasound can be performed 19 days after mating. At this point, the fertilized eggs in the uterus can be seen, forming relatively small gestational sacs. As time progresses, around day 45, fetal skeletons and fetal development can be clearly seen on X-rays. This is co...