How to tell the gender of a kitten
Determining the sex of a kitten can be a challenge for novice cat owners, especially if the kitten's external genitalia are not obvious. This article will combine the popular pet topics on the Internet in the past 10 days and provide you with a clear identification method in the form of structured data to help you easily identify the gender of your kitten.
1. Basic methods for identifying the gender of kittens
The sex of a kitten is primarily determined by external genitalia. Here are the key differences:
| Features | male cat | female cat |
|---|---|---|
| genital shape | Round or oval (the anus is far away from the genitals) | Vertical line shape (the anus and genitals are closer) |
| spacing | The distance between the anus and genitals is about 1.2-1.5 cm | The distance between the anus and genitals is about 0.6-1 cm |
| testicles | Visible at 2-6 months of age (if not neutered) | None |
2. Things to note when determining the gender of kittens
1.age effect: It is difficult to distinguish the gender characteristics of kittens (especially those under 1 month old). It is recommended to try again after 2 months of age.
2.Move gently: During the examination, the kitten’s abdomen needs to be gently supported to avoid pulling or frightening the kitten.
3.Sufficient light: Observe in a bright environment to avoid misjudgment caused by shadows.
3. Common misunderstandings and answers to popular questions
According to recent popular discussions on pet forums, the following are the issues that poop owners are most concerned about:
| question | Answer |
|---|---|
| "Does calico cats have to be female cats?" | 90% of calico cats are female, but a very small number of male cats can also show calico color due to genetic mutations (usually infertile). |
| “Are there any differences in the behavior of male and female cats?” | There is no obvious behavioral difference in kittens. As adults, male cats are more likely to mark their territory, while female cats may be more docile (with large individual differences). |
| “How to tell the gender after sterilization?” | Neutered male cats still retain their scrotum (but no testicles), and the structure of the female cat's vulva remains unchanged. |
4. Practical tips and tool recommendations
1.Photo comparison method: Take a photo of the kitten’s buttocks with your mobile phone and compare it with the standard gender picture (this method has become popular on social platforms recently).
2.veterinary assistance: If you cannot confirm, you can contact a veterinarian or pet shop professional.
3.Gender testing services: Some pet hospitals provide DNA testing (suitable for controversial situations).
Summary
Determining the sex of a kitten requires a combination of appearance characteristics and scientific methods to avoid relying on inaccurate basis such as coat color or behavior. With the tables and tips provided in this article, you can more confidently determine the gender of your kitten and prepare for subsequent breeding or neutering plans. If you still have questions, it is recommended to refer to recent popular science videos from popular pet bloggers (such as Bilibili and Douyin’s #kittengenderchallenge topic).
check the details
check the details
en
