Cats reproduce with amazing ease, for this reason it is not difficult to find a large number of small newborns waiting to be welcomed in animal shelters.
There, many people decide to adopt a small newborn kitten without knowing its sex but with the hope of achieving it in its adult stage be a very sociable animal and with the idea of teaching him commands and tricks.
For this reason this article on our site will focus on these kittens, to learn how to distinguish whether my cat is male or female. Read on and find out!
Physical characteristics of the male cat
Although it may seem like an easy task, it is sometimes difficult to determine the sex of our cat and even more so if it is a very small specimen or it is neutered.
How can we know the sex in the case of males? The cat in the genitalia shows the anus, scrotum and penis:
The scrotum is covered by hair and we can see two small testicles the size of a cherry pit or a whole one in the case of an adult. The lumps should be fairly obvious to the eye and to the touch. In the case of a neutered cat there will be no testicle but we can see the scrotum as a small bag of soft and empty skin
The penis grows from a mound of hair above the testicles and comes out from between the feline's thighs
The anus and the penis are quite far apart, at least 3 centimeters (1 in the case of babies)
Physical characteristics of the female cat
Determining the sex of a cat is sometimes easier because we will find fewer elements. If you have ruled out that your cat is a male, keep reading, let's try to identify if the cat is female The female cat has the anus and vulva on her genitals:
Anus: Located just below the tail, it is very easy to recognize
Vulva: Unlike the male cat, the vulva has a vertical groove. The distance between these two will always be the minimum possible, 1 centimeter
As you have seen, the cat's anatomy is simpler and easier to identify, in adulthood they tend to be medium in size and common.
Have you already identified the sex of your cat?
If you have not been able to identify the sex of your cat, you should Go to a veterinarian, the specialist will help you to differentiate if your cat is male or female.
On the contrary, if you have identified it correctly you can now search for a name for your male cat or a name for your female cat.
Male Cat Personality
If we are considering adopting a cat, it is obvious that in addition to the physical differences we must also consider those that have to do with behavior, which in this case is linked to the sex of the species.
Male cats have a more independent character than females and are larger, although as in all cases there are exceptions and you can get a family member to climb on your lap and beg for unlimited affection. The character is usually more marked or abrupt and they distrust strangers more than in the case of females.
They are explorers by nature and will not hesitate to travel long distances around their home, as a result of this phenomenon they often have fights with other male cats that may be due to dominance of the territory or females in heat of the area, for that reason and to avoid problems we recommend you neuter your male cat as soon as possible. You will prevent him from returning home with half an ear or with the transmission of some disease.
The unneutered cat will give priority to his sex life over other factors. Not being able to leave the house can lead to irritability and restlessness. He may even lose his appetite and sleep or be aggressive. It is also common for them to spray the house with urine, which tends to smell quite bad.
Female Cat Personality
It is often said that females are more sociable, affectionate and homey but we fall back on a topic. It is very true that cats generally have more qualities related to affection and the need for physical contact, even so there are very independent and street cats.
Cats, as potential mothers, are threatened by sudden changes in the environment that they may consider dangerous for their safety. They will defend without hesitation what is theirs, the cat is known to be a very brave animal. They are possessive of their master and the environment where they live.
Many female cats, even if they are tremendously homely, have a really bad time during the mating season, you will see for yourself. They suffer from severe anxiety and for this reason they tend to run away and come back with a surprise They vocalize for long periods of time, especially at night.
Although it is less common, they also tend to spray the house with urine and can develop ovarian cysts or other disorders related to heat, that is why we also recommend castration for them. You will avoid unwanted pregnancies, escapes or he alth problems.
In short, whatever sex you choose, you will be in front of a wonderful species with tremendous qualities that you will never want to get rid of. Its fine and noble appearance, the passion to play and discover will captivate you.
