Sunday, October 7, 2012

Cat Breeding : Adulthood

In general, cat lovers want cat breeding process goes well. It begins with the process of selecting parent stocks, mating process, and giving birth of their beloved cats. Cat lovers want the processes running smoothly and normally. Therefore it must be noted that care should be taken for the pregnant cat and also in the process of birth delivery. Some notes below may help cat lovers in handling their beloved cats breeding.

Persian cats reach their adulthood at the age of 10-14 months. In this age the current condition of the reproductive organs are mature, but according to some researchers and cat organisations standard, marriage age for cats should be after the age of 14 months. Female cats at that age are mentally and physically strong to experience pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and caring for their children as well.

Before mating the cats, parent candidates' health must be in good condition. It is necessary for the breeders to prepare for vaccination, de-worming, and make sure that cats skin condition is good with no disease (scabies, lice, etc.), Parent cats are needed to be given nutritious food and vitamins to maintain their health.  And do not forget to cut the nails of the two cats to avoid being injured when mating. During the pregnancy, it should be noted to avoid giving drugs other than vitamins in cats.