How can I find a male for my cat?

Lift the kitten’s tail. The opening just under the tail is the anus. Below the anus is the genital opening which is round in males and is a vertical slit in females. In kittens of similar size, the distance between the anus and the genital opening is greater in the male than the female.

How soon can a male cat impregnate a female cat?

What is infertility in a male cat? Male infertility refers to the inability of a sexually mature tom (intact or unneutered male cat) to impregnate a fertile female. Most toms reach sexual maturity between six and twelve months of age, although this can sometimes occur as late as 18 months old.

Will an unneutered male cat try to mate with a spayed female?

No, a neutered male cat will not be sexually attracted to a spayed female cat. If she is acting like she is in heat then she may have an ovarian remnant that is causing him to jump on her.

Can a male cat mate with a spayed cat?

Yes, not only can your spayed female cat have an urge to mate but also it could mate. Though it is said that your female cat asks for mating only when it comes in heat. As your cat’s reproductive organs are removed during spay it would no longer produce sexual hormones.

Do desexed cats still mate?

Castration reduces roaming in approximately 90\% of cases. Although neutering greatly reduces sexual interest, some experienced males may continue to be attracted to, and mate with females.

What happens if a male cat does not mate?

They are also more likely to contract and spread diseases, such as feline leukemia virus and feline immunodeficiency virus. Intact males are at greater risk for testicular cancer and prostate disease. Intact females have a higher risk of mammary and uterine cancer and serious uterine infections.

How old does a female cat have to be to breed?

The female must have attained her full adult size before she is allowed to mate. The cat has to put all her energy into feeding and nursing the kittens, leading to her own incomplete growth. A cat should be at least 18-24 months old before she is allowed to start breeding.

How can I get a cat with breeding potential?

Many breeders won’t sell a cat with breeding potential to someone with no experience in the world of cat breeding and showing. If you already have a cat, take it to some shows (most shows have sections for cats that aren’t a specific breed), and make some contacts. Pick a queen (female) carefully.

Can a male cat mate with a female cat in heat?

Cats in heat will go to any length to find male cats to mate with, and male cats have sometimes been known to tear down screens to get to a female in heat. If your cat was in heat and had access to a tom (un-neutered male) cat, the likelihood that she is pregnant is very strong.

How to identify a mixed breed cat or kitten?

How to Identify the Breeds in a Mixed-Breed Cat or Kitten The first and most identifiable characteristic of a cat is its fur or coat color, pattern, and length. Let’s start by classifying fur length. If your cat is a mixed-breed, your vet will likely consider them to be one of the following: