Hello oh wise mumsnetters,
A stray cat came through my window three weeks ago and had her kittens in my kitchen. Difficult but not the end of the world (although resident cat was not impressed) I now have five cats more than I did and will have to start looking for some parents for the kittens - however, the problem is that the mother cat is very stinky. She is eating loads, which is only to be expected and I'm keeping the litter tray clean but Dear God when she goes in it, it nearly takes the hairs off the inside of my nose. I was even in the bath (a whole floor and corridor away) and I knew she'd just used the tray. I am giving her as good a diet as possible as she is feeding the little ones - poached chicken or turkey, some sachet food and some dried food for variety. Also, when she takes a break and comes to see me she brings the awful smell with her. Id like to be able to give her a cuddle but it's beyond possible. Is there something I can do? I can't take her to the vet just yet (I will when I can to get her sterilised and chipped) so any help would make life much sweeter in here?