The number of days a cat is in heat, the phase of the reproductive cycle when the queen (female cat) is receptive to the tom (male cat), varies. If the queen is not bred, the heat phase may last as little as 2 days or as long as 19 days. In the early spring, some females do not completely come out of heat, and instead the signs of heat just wax and wane.Queens are induced
If you have decided to breed your cat, and you are looking for the right breeding program, these helpful guidelines will help you to choose a responsible breeding program for your cat.Any responsible breeding program will require complete medical check-ups for all breeding pairs. These check-ups include blood tests, x-rays, and tests for sexually transmitted diseases. All cats involved in the breeding program should have a well documented medical history, and preferably the medical history
Once a cat has kittens, breast feeding the kittens is the best way to ensure that the kittens are receiving all of their nutritional requirements. While there are risks that can occur when a cat breast feeds her litter, the benefits of breast feeding far outweigh the risks.While over the counter kitten formulas are created to provide complete nutrition to a kittens, a kitten’s sensitive digestive system cannot always adjust to formulas. Many kittens that are placed on
At the time of queening, or birth, it is important not to bother the mother cat. Let her settle her new charges in and do her clean up without a lot of interruptions. There is no need to rush her onto clean blankets, etc. By not handling the newborns (except for a brief examination for birth defects) in the first 24-48 hours after a normal birth you provide a calm, peaceful environment that enhances her