How to distinguish male from female cats
In the process of raising cats, many novice cat owners may be curious about how to distinguish the gender of cats. While the gender characteristics of adult cats are relatively obvious, for kittens or certain breeds of cats, telling the difference between male and female may require some skill. This article will combine the hot topics and hot content in the past 10 days to introduce in detail how to distinguish the gender of cats, and provide structured data for reference.
1. Comparison of appearance features
There are some obvious differences in appearance between adult male and female cats. Here is a comparison of common features:
| Features | male cat | female cat |
|---|---|---|
| body shape | Usually larger and muscular | Relatively small and slender |
| face | Cheeks are wider and chin is more prominent | Facial lines are softer |
| behavior | More active and territorial | Relatively docile, with obvious maternal behavior |
2. Genital differentiation method
For young cats or cats with unclear appearance characteristics, the gender can be determined by observing the genitals:
| gender | genital characteristics | distance |
|---|---|---|
| male cat | There is a round bulge (scrotum) below the anus, and the urethral opening is far away | The distance between the anus and urethral opening is about 2.5 cm |
| female cat | Below the anus is a longitudinal slit (vulva), with the urethral opening closer | The distance between the anus and urethral opening is about 1 cm |
3. Common misunderstandings in hot topics
In the hot discussions in the past 10 days, many netizens have some misunderstandings about the gender of cats:
1.Coat color has nothing to do with gender: Although certain coat colors (such as calico cats) are mostly female cats, male cats may also have the same coat color, but the probability is lower.
2.Behavior cannot completely determine gender: Male cats are usually more active, but individual female cats may exhibit similar behavior and vice versa.
3.Gender of kittens easily confused: The genital features of kittens under 6 weeks old are not obvious and are easy to be misjudged. It is recommended that professionals help distinguish them.
4. Interesting trivia that netizens are hotly discussing
1.Male cats also have "nipples": Male cats have nipples like female cats, but male cats’ nipples do not develop.
2.Cryptorchidism: The testicles of some male cats may not be completely descended, making it difficult to distinguish in appearance. They need to be confirmed by touch or B-ultrasound.
3.Female cat’s signs of estrus: Unneutered female cats will frequently meow and roll when they are in estrus, which is an indirect clue to distinguish gender.
5. Summary
Determining the gender of a cat requires a combination of appearance characteristics, genital observation, and behavioral performance. In cases of uncertainty, it is recommended to consult a veterinarian or professional breeder. Regardless of whether they are male or female, cats are lovely companions. Scientific feeding and neutering are the key!
(The full text is about 850 words in total, covering the cat gender discussion hot topics in the past 10 days)
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