Under normal circumstances, a kitten is considered an adult cat when it is 12 to 15 months old. Kittens of different breeds have different adult times. Kittens can generally breed when they are about 10 months old, which is a period of immaturity. However, most people believe that kittens need to reach adulthood after they are 1 year old, because breeding does not mean that they have truly become adults.
1. Why do kittens count as adults between 12 months and 15 months
There are many types of cats, such as British Shorthair cats, Garfield cats, Ragdoll cats, etc. Kittens of different breeds , the time to adulthood is also different. If it is a British short cat and a Garfield cat, it is usually considered an adult cat at 12 months; if it is a Ragdoll cat, it is usually considered an adult cat at 15 months.
2. The development time of kittens
From birth to 6 months after birth, kittens are in a period of crazy development. They will drink breast milk diligently, ensure adequate sleep, and More than 20 hours is conducive to physical development. At 8 months, it has entered a slow development period, which will promote the development of sexual organs and breast glands. It will mature at 12 months, so it is considered an adult from 12 months to 15 months.
3. Precautions for kittens after they become adults
Kittens need to be vaccinated again after they become adults, which can produce antibodies in the body and help strengthen their physical fitness. At the same time, the kittens need to be bathed first. , can remove dirt from the skin surface and reduce the chance of skin diseases. Moreover, kittens mainly eat cat food as their main food when they become adults, which can supplement the nutrients they lack in the body. However, you need to pay attention to the intake and do not feed too much, otherwise it will affect food absorption.
When the kitten reaches adulthood, it is recommended that the owner take the kitten to a regular pet hospital for regular physical examinations to understand the specific physical development and determine whether the body is suffering from diseases.
