How long does it take for a cats milk to dry up?

ss · Apr 29th 2013, 10:59pm

My cat had kittens 5 weeks ago and her babies are eating regular soft food. My neighbor took all 5 of them because we are moving across 2 states and couldnt take them, but now my cats breasts are HUGE with milk. How long will this take to go away? She has been away from them for 24 hours. Thanks to answers.They are huge and rock hard... as big as golf balls.

8948 · Apr 29th 2013, 10:59pm

Oh those poor kittens being separated from their mom WAY WAY too soon. So sad. call the vet

0NE TRlCK P0Y · Apr 29th 2013, 10:59pm

Once she stopped nursing, her milk production will cease within 3 days. However, if the queen't teats are engorged after about a week, she should be seen by your veterinarian. Congestion of the mammary glands can result in mastitis, which is an extremely dangerous condition, if left untreated.