Cats - Reproduction and breeding

Castration is a relatively easy procedure to perform, fast and inexpensive, and in the long run has many benefits over vasectomizing pet dogs.

As the weather starts to become a bit warmer and the days begin to lengthen, entire female cats start to come on call - this is also known as coming on heat or into season. Their behaviour can appear

This article provides information on when you should have your pet desexed, what is involved in the procedure and some of the myths of desexing.

It goes without saying, desexing prevents the devastating destruction of unwanted kittens and puppies who end up in shelters and rescue facilities, but there are also important medical and behavioural benefits to consider.

Hand rearing kittens is tricky but rewarding work and can be done by bottle or syringe feeding and tube feeding. Learn when, what and how to hand feed your kitten. Also learn tips on weight gain, how to get your kitten to urinate and defaecate. As well as important tips on kitten care.

Young kittens may need to be hand-raised for many reasons including: The kittens are orphaned or abandoned The mother develops a medical condition (eg. mastitis, eclampsia) or requires medication