When can a cat get pregnant?

The timing of sexual maturity for cats is around 7-8 months old, when they show signs of heat, which means they can be bred and become pregnant. However, it is generally recommended to breed and produce cats after they are one year old. This is because at 7-8 months old, cats are only sexually mature but not physically mature. If they are bred at this age, they may experience difficulties during childbirth due to poor development of the pelvic bones, which can lead to a large fetal head diameter and a small pelvic bone diameter. This can be life-threatening for the cat.

What are common symptoms of cat heat?

Cats in heat will roll around on the ground, rub themselves疯狂地蹭人，撅屁股，大声尖叫，and may also show decreased appetite and unstable emotions. During this time, the cat's overall mental state will be slightly worse due to changes in sex hormones, and owners can groom and comfort them to alleviate their irritability.

Frequency and cycle of cat heat

Normally, a female cat's heat cycle is about once a month, lasting for about 5-7 days. Apart from being slightly moodier during the heat cycle, they are otherwise normal. However, if the cat's sex hormones are disturbed or the ovaries develop abnormally, they may experience heat cycles once a week or even continuous heat without pause. This can lead to persistent weight loss and even breast abnormalities, such as tumors, in severe cases. If there is no intention to breed, it is recommended to spay the cat early to alleviate their heat-related troubles.

What are the symptoms of cat pregnancy?

After a female cat becomes pregnant, there are usually no obvious symptoms in the early stages of pregnancy. In the middle stages, the cat may show increased appetite, sleep more, and have a larger abdomen. To confirm whether the cat's breeding was successful, it is recommended to have a B ultrasound examination at the hospital 3 weeks after breeding. The cat's pregnancy lasts about 60-68 days, and the duration can vary depending on the cat's mood and the number of fetuses. The more fetuses there are, the shorter the pregnancy. B ultrasound examinations at 30 days, 45 days, and 55 days of pregnancy can determine whether the fetal development is normal and how long the expected due date is. If you want to know the number of fetuses, a DR examination can be done.