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Between six to nine months, they will reach puberty and become sexually active.

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What is a female animal cat called?

A female cat is called a queen. Male cats, on the other hand, are called toms.


Can you spay a female cat at any age?

Yes, female cats can be spayed at any age, but it is generally recommended to spay them before they reach sexual maturity, which is around 5-6 months old. Spaying at a younger age can have health and behavioral benefits for the cat.


When do male cats go into heat?

Male cats do not go into heat like female cats. Instead, they are capable of mating and reproducing throughout the year. They may exhibit increased vocalization and roaming behaviors when seeking out a female in heat.


When do female cats get their period?

Cats normally have their first estrous cycle between 5 and 10 months of age, with the average age around 6 months. The female cat has 2-4 estrous periods every year, each lasting 15-22 days. If she is bred, estrus seldom lasts more than 4 days. If successful mating does not occur, estrus may last for 7-10 days and recur at 15- to 21-day intervals. It is possible for an unmated female to cycle every 3-4 weeks indefinitely. Cats also have an estrous period 1-6 weeks after giving birth, so a female may be nursing one litter while pregnant with another. Behavior Since there is usually no obvious vaginal discharge or swelling of the genitals during estrus in cats, as is seen in dogs, behavioral changes are the only obvious signs that your cat is in estrus. A cat in estrus carries her tail to one side, keeps her hindquarters elevated, exhibits "treading" movements of the hind legs, and seems unusually affectionate. She spends a good deal of time rolling on the floor and seems much more restless than usual. The cat's voice seems more piercing than usual and she may "call" for 1-2 days before she accepts the male


What are male and female cats called?

Male cats are called toms or tomcats, while female cats are called queens.