Do cats have a menstrual cycle?

Contents

• 1 Do cats have a menstrual cycle?
• 2 Does estrus have any symptoms?
• 3 What are the signs of pregnancy in cats?
  • 3.1 Physical changes
  • 3.2 Psychological changes
• 4 tips for caring for a pregnant cat for breeders

Do cats have a menstrual cycle?

Yes, female cats have a menstrual cycle, but it is completely different from the human menstrual cycle, and it is known scientifically as the ovulation cycle, the capricious cycle, the estrus cycle, or the warming phase; It is the period when the female cat is ready to mate, as the egg remains in the cat's body until it is fertilized and pregnant.

In fact, this period in cats is accompanied by a set of behavioral and physical changes, and it should be noted that the time of occurrence of this stage in the life of cats is in the spring and autumn season and is repeated approximately every 3 weeks, and the symptoms continue on the cat for a period that may reach 9-10 days in the event No mating, and if it does, it often disappears 4 days after the start of mating.

Does the cycle of estrus have any symptoms?

Yes, this stage often causes some changes in the female cat, including the following:

1. Swelling of the genital area and increased vaginal secretions.
2. noticeable behavioral changes; It is represented by the cat's tension, increased activity, and the frequent urination, in addition to the constant scratching of its head and loin.
3. Constantly raising the butt, with the tail next to her body.
4. Meowing for long periods.
5. Rolling over on the back constantly.

What are the signs of pregnancy in cats?

There are many symptoms and signs that indicate pregnancy in cats, as follows:

physical changes

We explain it as follows:

1. Her fissure cycle changes and her symptoms disappear completely.
2. Increased appetite and weight gain in the cat.
3. Redness in the nipples of the breasts, in addition to their swelling.
4. Vomiting at times.
5. The abdomen has rounded and gradually increased in size.
6. Lack of movement.

Psychological changes

Including the following:

1. In contrast to the estrus cycle, the cat becomes calmer, and especially friendly with the breeder.
2. Lack of interest in other cats, especially males.
3. Try to find a quiet place to give birth, especially during the last period of pregnancy.
4. Feeling anxious, especially in the seventh week, or the last week of pregnancy, and the approaching birth date, and this stage is called the stage of reflux.

It is noteworthy that the stage of labor in female cats begins 61 days after the start of pregnancy and may last for a period ranging between 63-67 days, which is approximately equivalent to 9 months, and the average number of births per cat ranges between 3-6 cats in most cases.

Tips for caring for a pregnant cat for breeders

There are several important tips that must be taken into consideration when caring for a pregnant cat, including:

1. Visit the vet.
2. Adopting a diet program for the cat's pregnancy, often determined by the veterinarian.
3. Provide ample quantities of fresh and clean water for drinking.
4. Provide a comfortable place to sleep.
5. Reducing the chance of the cat getting any disease infection.
6. Keep the cat indoors as much as possible.
7. Providing a suitable place for childbirth, and a place for newborns or kittens.