Nicole Richie at Fashion Rocks 2007 at Radio City Music Hall. New York City, USA - 06.09.07

The pet survived a 10-storey fall from the socialite's apartment last year (06), but baby comes first for The Simple Life star.

Friends claim she has given her pet to dad Lionel Richie for safe keeping until she gives birth.

A pal says, "She loves her cat but can't stand to be around it right now."

Source: WENN