Breeding Cats

You should prepare a delivery box, also called a queening, nesting, birthing or kittening box, at least two weeks prior to delivery so your cat has time to become familiar with it.

Owning a cat is a big responsibility. As part of the responsibility, you will have to keep reproductive health in mind as well. Female cats, known as queens, come into heat several times a year,...

A Persian is a distinctive cat with fluffy fur. However, you may have heard this breed of cats called Himalayan. While this is confusing, there are, in fact, slight differences between the two.

This article will help you prepare for the birth of kittens. Obviously the feline herself does most of the work, but there are important things that can be done to support her.

If your cat is in heat, she is probably driving you crazy. She is ready to mate, and wants to let the world know it. Luckily there are a couple effective ways to put an end to the madness, and...

An Andean cat is a wild animal that lives in the high regions of the Andes Mountains, along the tree line. These cats generally live in Peru, Argentina, Bolivia and Chile.

Devon Rex refers to a specific breed of cat. These cats have extremely large eyes and ears and curly coat.

Cats are clean, easy to care for, and fun to play with. They're also great for smaller spaces such as an apartment or condo. While they have their quirky habits such as scratching on furniture and...

Inside, or outdoor cats can get fleas. Fleas, love warm spots, and can jump up to 3 feet. Getting rid of them are a pain, because there life span is 3 months, reproducing all the time. Laying so...

Cats are very sensitive animals attached to their habits. Their meals are for these important moments, but they do not devour everything in their bowl at once, they nibble, returning a moment...

Cats have a relatively short gestational period that averages 63 days. The size of the litter affects the actual length of pregnancy, with larger litters causing pregnancy to last longer. Birth...

If you've got a mother cat with a litter of kittens to nurse, take care of the mom so she can take good care of her babies. In addition to nutritious food, fresh water and a clean litter box, the...

Being a responsible pet owner, all of our cats and dogs have had their required surgery and no unexpected litters have been born at our house. There are so many kittens and puppies born with no...

Himalayan cats are gorgeous long-haired cats with the body and coat of a Persian, and the colored points of a Siamese cat. Some registration societies include them in the "Persian Division" for...

Why, you might ask, is a "dog person" writing an article about cats? The answer is simple: feral cat colonies are blossoming in neighborhoods everywhere and in dog-populated...

Feline vestibular disease affects balance and eye-focusing ability in cats. Bilateral feline vestibular disease refers to the presence of vestibular disease in both sides of the vestibular system...

There's nothing more heart-warming than a litter of newborn kittens, and cat breeders get to see many of them. But if you've ever wanted to start breeding cats yourself, it's not something that...

Cats can get pregnant as soon as 48 hours after delivering. A cat typically goes right back into the heat cycle after giving birth, making her physically capable of becoming pregnant again. The...

A female cat will come into heat, meaning she will be ready to mate, as early as four months of age. Usually cats go into heat seasonally in the summer when there is more light. Her heat cycle...

Learning to breed solid color Persian cats takes only a little research. It requires some study of genes and to reference a few articles. Once you have the basics, you will be ready to breed your...

To cat lovers, there are few creatures more beautiful than newborn kittens. Kittens are born after a three-month gestation period in a rubbery sac called an amnion. Like most placental mammals,...

A female cat carries her kittens for no longer than 65 days. Veterinarians recommend having your cat examined during pregnancy and getting a due date. If your cat is pregnant for more than 65...

The Himalayan cat is a cross breed between the Persian and Siamese families. They are usually registered as Persians, due to their fur and facial characteristics. Because of that lineage the...

If you are a cat lover or owner, chances are you have been around a cat that is or was pregnant. As with all births, it is a miraculous experience. In addition, as with all pregnancies, finding...

Most people who don't want their pets to reproduce take them to the veterinarian to be fixed. This is a routine procedure, but like any surgery it carries risks. In addition, it can be costly. For...

Cat owners often miss the signs of pregnancy until the second trimester of their cat's pregnancy. Some pet owners may notice early behavioral changes as a sign of pregnancy in their cat, but it is...

Preparing for your cat to give birth can be quite exciting. The feline pregnancy cycle lasts about nine weeks, so it is essential to know the signs of pregnancy in order to be prepared for this...

Unless you are actively trying to breed your female cat, it can be extremely difficult to know when she is pregnant. Cats can become pregnant any time after their first heat, which occurs between...

A pregnant cat, known as a queen, can show both personality changes and physical changes. These changes will become increasingly evident at approximately three weeks following breeding. The...

Signs of pregnancy for cats are similar to signs of pregnancy for other mammals. Even if the cat is not yet showing extreme signs, such as a bulging belly, there are things you can look for to...

I was over talking to my neighbor last night and she has the prettiest cat I have ever seen. Her and her husband spoil their cat just like I spoil my lily (dog). While I was there she gave her...

Although spay and neuter month is not until February, it is important every day to take responsibility for your animal and help prevent the birth of unwanted animals. There are millions of...

You're fairly certain your cat is expecting. It is a good idea to take her to a veterinarian and have her checked out and find out her approximate due date. She will carry her litter for about two...

It is always best to adopt a Bengal kitten or cat from the SPCA, or another shelter that cares for and does not put kittens to sleep if they are not adopted. Purebred Bengal cats or kittens have...

How to breed Persian cats.

Kittens do not open their eyes until they are somewhere around seven to 10 days old. They eyes open at one corner and become fully open by the time they are 2 weeks old. Most kittens will have...

Sterilization used to be the only method for feline birth control. But cat owners and agencies working to control feline populations have other nonsurgical options that reduce birth rates without...

There are two schools of thought on whether or not to worm a pregnant cat. While the general opinion is that it is not recommended, there are certain wormers that are considered safe, and certain...

Although many female cats successfully rear kittens without any assistance from people, there are many things a cat owner can do to make this time easier on the pregnant cat and maximize the...

Female cats reach sexual maturity between 6 and 9 months of age. However, kittens as young as 4 months occasionally become pregnant. Male cats mature a few months later than female cats, but both...

Do you think your cat might be pregnant? Whether you're breeding your cat or wondering if you may soon be dealing with an unplanned litter of kittens, knowing the facts about feline pregnancy can...

A typical feline gestation period lasts an average of 65 days. You might not begin to suspect your cat is pregnant until she is a few weeks into the pregnancy. If your cat has had access to a male...

Despite efforts to educate the public about the plight of abandoned animals and the importance of having cats spayed or neutered, cats still get pregnant all the time, whether the pregnancy is...

Some kittens are born dead due to a lack of proper nutrition, genetic deformities, viral infections or infections of the uterus. Find out how a kitten that dies in the womb may cause other kittens...

A kitten will begin to urinate without being stimulating by the mother after two or three weeks; this is also the time to introduce litter to a newborn kitten. Find out how to get a kitten to use...

At six weeks old, kittens can leave the mother cat, but generally they will do better socially and health-wise if they are kept with the mother until eight weeks old. Avoid taking a kitten from...

Kittens will generally go into heat around six, eight or 12 months of age, causing them to become very vocal and affectionate. Get a cat spayed before the first heat cycle to prevent mammary...