While you adore your feline companion, the last thing you want is a surprise litter of kittens. Image: Mustafa ezz/Pexels
Signs your pet cat is in heat
A female cat in heat can be quite a handful, and it can be equally challenging for you as a pet owner. Here are signs of a cat in heat.
While you adore your feline companion, the last thing you want is a surprise litter of kittens. Image: Mustafa ezz/Pexels
While you adore your feline companion, the last thing you want is a surprise litter of kittens from a cat in heat.
If you don’t get your female cat spayed, she will inevitably go into heat, leading to kittens.
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Typically, a cat goes into heat when she reaches puberty, usually around 6 to 9 months old, assuming she’s healthy and daylight hours are sufficient.
The time of year can also influence when a cat hits puberty.
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Signs your cat is in heat
A female cat in heat can be quite a handful, and it can be equally challenging for you as a pet owner.
If you’re concerned about her going into heat and want to know when to keep her away from males, watch for the signs below.
- Increased display of affection
- Grooming excessively
- Assuming a mating position
- Mating call
- Loss of appetite
- Marking territory
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This article was compiled with the help of Artificial Intelligence
