Cat Mating

Appropriate age ranges for cat breeding:

1. Female Cats: First breeding between 12-18 months
2. Male Cats: Can start breeding between 8-12 months
3. Large Breeds: Later breeding age recommended
4. Small Breeds: Can breed at earlier age
5. Health Check: Veterinarian approval required
6. Maximum Age: Breeding up to 6-7 years old

Tests that should be done before cat breeding:

• General Health Exam: Complete physical examination
• FIV/FeLV Test: Immune system diseases
• Genetic Tests: Hereditary disease screening
• Blood Tests: Biochemical and hematological tests
• Reproductive System: Reproductive organ examination
• Vaccination Check: Current vaccination status

Steps of the cat breeding process:

1. Initial Meeting: Meeting and agreement between owners
2. Health Check: Health tests for both cats
3. Heat Cycle Tracking: Female cat's heat period
4. Breeding Day: Determining appropriate time and place
5. Pregnancy Follow-up: Monitoring the female cat
6. Kitten Care: Post-birth care plan

Cat breeding costs:

• Health Tests: $40-120 range
• Breeding Fee: $80-300 range
• Veterinary Check: $15-40 range
• Pregnancy Follow-up: $25-60 range
• Birth Expenses: $40-150 range
• Total Cost: $200-670 range

What should be included in a cat breeding agreement:

1. Party Information: Identity information of owners
2. Cat Information: Breed, age, health status
3. Financial Terms: Fee and payment method
4. Kitten Rights: Kitten distribution and rights
5. Responsibilities: Responsibilities of both parties
6. Cancellation Terms: Agreement cancellation conditions