During the process of pet labor, various complications may arise, which can have a significant impact on the health of both the mother and the newborn pets. Here are some common complications that may occur during pet labor:

Dystocia: One of the most common complications during pet labor is dystocia, which can be caused by factors such as large fetuses, abnormal fetal positioning, a small-sized mother, or anatomical abnormalities of the birth canal. Dystocia can lead to excessive exhaustion of the mother, asphyxia, or even death of the fetuses.

Uterine Prolapse: In some cases, the mother’s uterus may prolapse after childbirth, usually due to ineffective contraction of the uterine muscles or large fetuses. Uterine prolapse is an emergency situation that requires immediate medical attention to avoid threatening the mother’s life.

Postpartum Infection: Postpartum infection is a common complication after childbirth, which can be caused by poor hygiene conditions after childbirth, wound infection, etc. Infections can lead to symptoms such as fever, swollen and painful mammary glands, and abnormal behavior in the mother, and may even pose a threat to her life and spread to the newborn pets.

Neonatal Asphyxia: During childbirth, the neonates may be at risk of asphyxia, which can be caused by factors such as fetal asphyxia or excessive amniotic fluid inhalation. Prompt response to neonatal asphyxia can improve their survival rate.

Postpartum Hemorrhage: After childbirth, the mother may experience vaginal bleeding. If the bleeding persists for several days, it may be caused by retained placenta or other underlying reasons, and prompt medical attention is required.

Vomiting and Diarrhea: After childbirth, the mother may experience vomiting and diarrhea, which are usually caused by eating too much placenta or other digestive issues.

Uterine Pyometra: For female cats, uterine pyometra is a severe postpartum complication. It is an inflammatory condition of the uterine lining caused by bacterial infection, which may lead to symptoms such as anorexia, lethargy, and increased vaginal discharge. If not treated promptly, it can lead to severe complications or even be life-threatening for the mother cat.

Impaired Lactation and Mastitis: After childbirth, the mother may experience impaired lactation or mastitis. Mastitis is usually caused by blocked milk ducts, bacterial infection, or injured nipples, which can lead to symptoms such as swollen and painful mammary glands and red or inflamed nipples.

Postpartum Depression: After childbirth, the mother may also experience postpartum depression, which can lead to symptoms such as low mood, refusal to care for the neonates, or even harming the neonates.

To prevent these complications, it is recommended to conduct necessary health checks before the pet becomes pregnant and provide professional veterinary and nursing support during childbirth. Additionally, maintaining good hygiene, providing a balanced diet, and engaging in appropriate exercise can also help reduce the risk of childbirth complications.