Estrus is a normal physiological phenomenon in cats. It is a reaction when cats enter the sexual maturity stage and prepare to breed the next generation. So, is it only true for big cats and kittens don’t have estrus? This is absolutely wrong. Estrus will appear when female cats enter the sexual maturity stage at 5-8 months old, usually lasting 3-7 days, and going into estrus approximately once every half month. If conception continues, the estrus period will gradually shorten. The first estrus of male cats usually occurs when they are 7-12 months old, and usually lasts 7-10 days.

After understanding what estrus is, you may take it lightly and think that estrus is also Nothing. However, estrus is actually a difficult stage for cats and owners.

Female cats are stimulated ovulatory animals and have no menstrual period. But once a female cat enters estrus and her estrogen increases, she will raise her buttocks, move her hind legs rhythmically, roll and twist, secrete pheromones, and howl loudly to attract the male cat. The specific manifestations include meowing incessantly, or even continuously wailing "Old Wu, Old Wu, Old Wu"; at the same time, it will be accompanied by swelling of the private parts and the appearance of transparent secretions. In addition, estrus can also cause cats to be restless, lose their appetite, and have no intention of eating.

Male cats generally do not take the initiative to go into estrus. They usually smell after they are sexually mature. During the estrus period, the female cat releases pheromones or hears the sound of the female cat, and then she passively goes into estrus. The specific manifestations are: manic urination to mark their territory and show their male charm. At the same time, they will continue to moan due to the desire to mate. In addition, male cats at this time will also frequently lick the cat hair and genitals in the reproductive area. The behavior of running around and fighting increases, and they may even jump out of the window or sneak out or "run away from home" to satisfy the need for mating.