Did your cat go into heat before you had a chance to have her spayed? Perhaps she was an early bloomer and the onset of estrus was a surprise to you. Or, maybe you waited longer than ideal to schedule the surgery. Either way, if you want to avoid an…
A urinary blockage is a life-threatening emergency regardless of the species. Male cats, though, are most commonly seen with this issue in veterinary medicine. If your cat has struggled with a urinary blockage, or multiple blockages, your vet may recommend a procedure called a perineal urethrostomy. What Is a Perineal…
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Tuxedo cats have a prominent bicolor pattern. Their appeal comes from the stark black-and-white contrast of their coat combined with the pattern, which is reminiscent of formal wear for men. Any combination of the black-and-white pattern qualifies as a tuxedo, but generally, the body is black and the chest and…
The well-toned upper body of a healthy cat will give the impression of supple strength, which in movement translates to speed, agility, and grace. To see a cat crouched down on the hunt for prey, and moving in a slow motion "crawl" is poetry in motion. His frame is aligned…
Although tuxedo cats are best known for their distinct markings—they're always dressed to the nines like tiny, little gentlemen!—there's much more to appreciate about these beautiful, intelligent and loving feline friends. Whether you already own a tuxie or are considering adopting one, you'll love these fun facts about the kitties…
Like most female mammals, cats go through physical cycles that prepare their bodies for fertilization and birth. In humans, this cycle is called "menstruation." In felines, it is called "estrus." When female cats are experiencing estrus they are said to be "in heat" and are hormonally receptive to both intercourse and reproduction.…
Unspayed female cats will eventually reach a fertile period in life, which extends well into old age. Hormonal changes that prepare cats for breeding—a process called estrus or oestrus—begins around six to ten months of age. Since cats are efficient reproducers, their estrus, or heat cycle, can occur every 14 to 21 days, at which…
Most pet female cats who are not part of a breeding program should be spayed before puberty. Once they reach puberty, estrous cycles―often called heat cycles―will start. In domestic cats heat cycles run generally from February through October in the Northern Hemisphere, but they can occur year-round in indoor cats.…
One of the most controversial issues in shelter settings is whether or not to spay a rescued pregnant cat. While some people are repulsed at the thought of killing unborn kittens, others believe it can help solve a larger issue, that of pet overpopulation. Stray female cats seem to have…