After mating, the cat continues to scream and has other problems: what to do?

Owners of domestic cats know very well that when their pet starts asking for a cat, they can forget about peace in the house. If a cat goes into heat, then she is capable of making very loud and shrill sounds all day long, which interfere with the rest of both all family members and the animal itself. So, your furry pet meows all day long - what to do in this case, how many days does the cat ask the cat and how to calm the pet during this period? All these questions will be answered in this article.

To be or not to be offspring?

The owner of a grown-up cat recently began to complain: “How can you not go crazy, get enough sleep at night and not harm your pet?”
These three questions in one force cat owners to look for answers on the websites and forums of breeders and veterinarians.

Discussions on social networks recommend that the owner decide on the main question: whether to get children from his pet or whether kittens are not included in the family’s life plans. There is no third option.

Felinologists advise sterilizing an animal if:

• there is no desire, time and opportunity to breed cat offspring;
• The cat is not suitable for breeding work.

After all, after sterilization, the mental health of the furry beauty will be fine, and the age-related risk of oncology of the reproductive system will be reduced to zero.

Sterilization

To get rid of your pet’s meticulous screams forever, it is recommended to carry out a sterilization procedure. This method is suitable only for those who do not want to breed cats.

Veterinarians now recommend neutering rather than a simple tubal ligation. This is an abdominal operation to remove the uterus and ovaries. It is done under general anesthesia.

The appropriate age for surgery is when cats start begging for the first time. That is, approximately 6-7 months. It is advisable to have the operation done before the first heat.

Pros and cons of castration:

The case for castration also holds true for males. In addition to the fact that cats start screaming when they ask for a cat, they leave marks in the apartment with a pungent musky odor. Rather than endure this, it is better to have surgery and forget about sleepless nights. Today this is the most effective way to solve the problem.

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What to do if a cat asks for a cat

There are several ways to ease the suffering of your pet and all household members. One of the most reliable and safest methods is sterilization or castration.

Only a specialist at a veterinary clinic can castrate a pet. The operation is performed under general anesthesia, so the patient will not experience pain. The castration procedure involves removing the ovaries or the uterus, and in some cases both are removed. After this, the cat stops asking for the cat because ovulation no longer occurs and the instinctive need to reproduce disappears. Sterilization is characterized by ligation of the fallopian tubes, excluding the onset of pregnancy. At the same time, the cat continues to want a cat, so veterinarians do not recommend using this type of surgery.

What other methods of contraception are there?

Hormonal drugs

There are a huge number of all kinds of drops and tablets on the market that suppress the sexual desire of animals. But is everything so harmless?

Important! Hormonal medications are allowed to be given to cats no more than 1-2 times a year, since changes in hormonal levels negatively affect the health of the cats. Over time, females may develop purulent endometritis or pyometra

The most popular among them: “Stop-sex”, “Contra-sex”, “Gestrenol”, “Stop-intim”, “Ex-5” and others.

Sedatives

Substances included in many sedatives suppress the activity of the central nervous system, relieve stress and temporarily calm libido. They are practically harmless compared to hormonal drugs, but they help less effectively. After taking sedative drops or tablets, the animal becomes weakly active, constantly sleeps and eats poorly. Drugs with similar effects include “Cat Bayun”, “Stop-stress”, “Fitex” and other tinctures.

How to calm a cat that asks for a cat at home? There are several traditional methods of influencing the mental and physiological state of a pet.

What period of time is it?

The estrus cycle consists of four stages:

• proestrus. Lasts 1-2 days, the cat shows anxiety, but does not allow the cat to come near it;
• estrus – estrus itself, expressed by frequent urination and loss of appetite, lasts 5-7 days;
• metestrus, extinction of the reproductive instinct, lasts up to 8 days;
• anestrus - a period of rest that occurs if mating does not occur, lasts until the beginning of the next cycle

Thus, the average duration of estrus reaches two weeks. At the same time, the “hunting” time increases with age.

One way to solve the problem of a restless cat who wants to procreate is to mate with a male cat. Despite its apparent simplicity, this process requires serious preparation.

The first mating can be carried out no earlier than the cat reaches the age of one and a half years, when the body is fully formed and the animal has received all the necessary vaccinations. Early pregnancy in cats often ends in failure, creating a risk to the health of the animal.

Mating a cat and a cat requires a thorough approach from the owners

The cat meets its partner on the 3rd-5th day of estrus, although in some breeds favorable days begin only in the second week. An animal that finds itself in a foreign territory for mating must be provided with comfortable living conditions; you can take with you a sleeping place, a tray, a bowl, or a favorite toy. This will ensure a reduction in stress levels.

The cat's readiness can be guessed by its characteristic flirting with the cat. Mating does not always occur on the first try; in case the animal becomes agitated, the owner needs to be nearby in order to be able to calm it down.

Unfortunately, mating is not always successful; the reason may be both psychological and physical incompatibility of partners. In this case, you can contact a specialist breeder or find another partner for the cat.

The practice of mating is also known not for the purpose of giving birth to kittens, but to satisfy the cat’s sexual instinct. In this case, a castrated cat is used, fertilization cannot occur, and the cat may not experience sexual desire for up to two months.

There are pills that can calm a cat that is calling.

Signs that a cat is asking for a cat

The owner of a mustachioed pet can distinguish the onset of puberty by the behavior of the animal. Cats' behavior completely changes.

The main features are:

Territorial marks – sexually mature males begin to leave specific marks around the living area. These could be walls, doors, doorways, furniture. With the help of marks, the cat makes it clear to its rivals that this is its territory, and also attracts other females for mating.

Change in behavior - cats during puberty begin to show overt aggression towards their owners, as well as other animals. Aggression during the hunting season is a serious threat to owners, as the cat can scratch and even bite its breadwinner. It is worth remembering that the animal becomes practically uncontrollable and it is not possible to change its behavior using educational measures.

Screaming - using its voice, the cat tries to attract the attention of the opposite sex. Calling cries can be heard day and night, for several hours at a time. Correcting a cat's behavior with punishment is also not possible.

Correcting a cat's behavior with punishment is also not possible.

The desire to leave the house and run out into the street. Under the influence of hormones and the instinct to procreate, the cat will try to run out of the house, using any available means - a window or door.

The manifestation of sexual heat is also determined by a frequent urge to urinate, enlargement of the genitals and specific discharge from the penis. During the hunting period, the cat, just like a cat, loses the desire to eat. In addition, in pursuit of a female, the cats’ instinct of self-preservation is dulled.

Discharge in cats after mating

Discharge in cats after mating with a male cat may vary. For example, for a couple of days you can observe clear, watery-colored mucus - this is a normal continuation of estrus. Such discharge should not cause concern to owners.

If a dark brown viscous liquid with a bloody admixture and an unpleasant odor appears, you should urgently contact a veterinarian, since this symptom is a very dangerous signal and requires immediate clarification of the situation. Such discharge may be a symptom of:

• sexual infection;
• abortion, which occurs both a few days after pregnancy and long term;
• inflammatory processes and other gynecological diseases.

The presence of gynecological diseases before mating can become an obstacle to pregnancy, so before cat weddings it is necessary to carry out regular examinations. To be confident in the health of your furry pet and ensure her the opportunity to bear healthy, strong kittens, all inflammations must be treated in a timely manner.

How to help a cat during sexual activity?

During this period, you can observe how the animal rubs against the legs of its owners, as well as against various objects, meows and rolls on its back. In addition, you can notice how the cat begins to mark its home. Of course, this cannot but cause certain inconveniences, so what should you do if the cat wants a cat? There are several options here:

• sterilization;
• use of special drugs;
• patience;
• knitting

Sterilization is a surgical operation to deprive an animal of its reproductive function.
It is a simple procedure that causes almost no complications. It is carried out in a veterinary clinic or at home from the age of five months. The rehabilitation period passes quite quickly and does not cause any difficulties in care, which involves the treatment of stitches, and they are usually removed on the 10th day. In addition, by spaying your cat, you eliminate the risk of her developing ovarian cancer.

There are sedatives to reduce sexual activity in animals. They can be purchased at any pet store, but you should first consult with a veterinarian so as not to harm the cat.

In the case where the cat is purebred, and mating or taking medications is excluded due to health problems, you will have to endure the time of its sexual heat. Moreover, it does not last long - only a couple of days. Caress the animal, it especially needs it during the period of its sexual activity.

Mating is the easiest way to calm a cat

And finally, mating is the easiest way to help your cat, but to do this, you must first find a suitable cat, and if the animal is purebred, then also register the mating through the club for the subsequent sale of kittens and paperwork. But the difficulties do not end there - you may need the help of a veterinarian during childbirth. And after the kittens are born, they will need some care. Therefore, this method also imposes some obligations and sometimes creates certain problems that not everyone is able to solve; moreover, it is not appropriate for everyone, especially if kittens are not part of your plans.

Natural needs and sexual activity of cats

It is no coincidence that during the bright, warm spring and summer months we see an increase in the number of pregnant cats. As daylight hours increase in cats, the level of the hormone melatonin, produced in the dark, decreases. Which in turn affects the area of ​​the brain responsible for the reproductive instinct. A reproductive hormone is produced, which ultimately leads to the cat immediately starting to look for a potential partner.

In veterinary medicine there is a special term - estrus - a period of sexual desire that lasts 5-7 days, rarely it reaches 14 days.

During this period, the cat uses vocals and secretions to attract a male.

One way to attract a male

In domestic cats, which may not leave their apartment all their lives, breeding cycles may not depend on the time of year and external factors, so estrus can make itself felt regardless of the season.

Contraceptives. Megestrol and drugs based on it

This is a synthetic hormone, progestogen, which is an analogue of the natural hormone of the corpus luteum. It is responsible for reducing the secretion of gonadotropic hormones - FSH and LH. A change in the level of these gonadotropic hormones leads to a decrease in the level of estrogen, and therefore to a decrease in the manifestations of sexual desire. In fact, all megestrol-based products transfer the animal from the proestrus stage to anestrus, bypassing the stages of estrus and post-estrus.

The following are among the drugs created on the basis of megestrol acetate.

"EX-5", "EX-5T", "EX-7.5".

The EKS-5T product is presented in tablets, and the other two drugs are in the form of a suspension for oral use. The result of taking it in cats is the interruption or delay of estrus (a shift in its onset).

To shift estrus

during the period between heats, the cat is given 1 tablet every 2 weeks (or 0.5 tablets every week). Procedure for using the suspension: 4 drops every week (or 8 drops every two weeks) for “EX-5”; 2–3 drops every week (or 5 drops once every two weeks) for EX-7.5.

Important!

You should not skip taking the drug. It is not recommended to use EX for more than 18 months. The use of EX to delay estrus should be started strictly during the period of anestrus.

To interrupt estrus

The animal is given 1 tablet for 5–7 days until the signs of estrus disappear. The daily dose of the suspension is 8 (“EX-5”) or 5 (“EX-7.5”) drops.

Important!

The use of drugs is possible no later than 3 days

from the beginning of sexual heat, i.e. during the period of proestrus. It is optimal to start giving the drug on the first day. Only then does suppression of FSH synthesis lead to the desired results. If the estrus phase has begun, the use of the drug is undesirable. Megestrol-based medications should not be used more than 2 times a year.

"Four with a tail."

To shift estrus, use 1 tablet every 2 weeks or 0.5 tablets every 7 days. To interrupt estrus, the cat is given 1 tablet for 8 days, the course begins no later than on the 3rd day of heat. Recommendations for use are the same as for EX.

Medication methods

Before feeding your pet hormonal drugs, you need to try safer methods. One of the simplest, cheapest and safest methods is herbal infusions. For each breed, a certain type of herb is effective. It is best to purchase several types in small quantities from a pet store and give them a try. The grass that the cat likes most should be purchased in large quantities.

Before using the medicine, the owner will need to carefully read the instructions and understand how many drops should be rubbed into the cat's fur. You must act strictly according to the instructions, because excess is addictive and over time the herbal infusion will stop working. But a lack of solution may not give results.

If these methods do not help, then you can relieve the cat’s physical activity with mild sedatives. They are based on herbs and pheromones. They act as a sedative, so they are safer for the cat than hormonal drugs. The most popular are:

1. Cat Baiyun.
2. Suprastin.
3. Stop stress.
4. Feliway. One of its biggest disadvantages is its duration; it begins to act only after 2 weeks. Therefore, its diffuser must be connected at the end of winter, so that at the time of estrus the pheromone already begins to act and can calm the pet.

If the owner wishes, hormonal medications can also be given. The most popular are Stop Sex, Contrasex and others. Before using hormonal drugs, consult a veterinarian.

How does a cat usually behave after mating?

After mating is completed, the male releases the cat. She, having freed herself, pushes him away with a sharp movement. The further behavior of the furry bride depends on her character. For example, she may begin to show aggression, or even start a fight with her partner. Alternatively, the cat simply demonstrates a bad mood and makes it clear that it does not intend to communicate further. In almost one hundred percent of cases, neither calm nor friendliness is observed on the part of the cat immediately after mating.

In general, in the very first days after mating, a cat may appear tired - this is because this process is quite energy-consuming and requires subsequent replenishment of strength. Also, after mating, the cat may exhibit excessive appetite, the reason for which lies in the need to fill the calorie deficit. The expectant mother should sleep well and eat well, so if she does not have any alarming symptoms, then there is nothing to worry about.

What is estrus, how does it occur and how often does it happen?

Estrus, or estrus, is a special state of the female’s reproductive system when she is maximally positioned to conceive offspring. At such a moment, the next portion of eggs matures in the animal’s body, ready to be released from the follicles. To start the process, a special luteinizing hormone (LH) is required. In cats, it is produced only during sexual intercourse. Until enough LH accumulates in the body, the mature follicles of the female will continue to synthesize estrogen in huge quantities, which affects the behavior of the animal and forces it to look for a sexual partner.

Domestic cats come into heat 2-3 times a year, and domestic cats even more often. For both, the period of greatest reproductive activity occurs in spring-summer, although there are exceptions dictated by the living conditions of the animal.

Complex drugs

Such products include several active ingredients. The drug for contraception and regulation of sexual behavior "Ovostop" gives a prolonged effect (up to 6 months, depending on the length of daylight hours).

• Megestrol acetate. Promotes the transition of proestrus immediately to the stage of sexual rest without estrus and the stage after it.
• Proroksan. Thanks to its effect on the receptors responsible for the behavioral manifestations of estrus, it blocks the unpleasant manifestations of estrus: excessive vocalization, search for a sexual partner, aggressive behavior, and the development of stress. Does not directly affect the reproductive system.
• Melatonin. The adaptogen hormone is responsible for the seasonal and daily rhythms of the body. The use of melatonin is especially recommended in cats that are constantly exposed to artificial lighting, which delays the timing of estrus and seasonal molting. Helps improve wool quality and normalize shedding. This active substance also helps slow down the aging process of the body and has a sedative effect.

The advantage of the drug "Ovostop" is the comfortable form of spot-on - drops on the withers. The three-component composition made it possible to reduce the dose of the progestogen component (megestrol).

Strict adherence to the instructions will help to avoid unpleasant signs of heat in your cat. To select the optimal product, consult a specialist.

Signs that a cat needs a cat

The animal starts screaming very loudly all day long, so you won’t confuse this fact with anything. Signs of heat:

Loud screams. The first time it will be strange, but the next time you will immediately understand what is going on

The pet meows very loudly and thereby attracts attention. This is a natural instinct;

Appearance of marks

It is not clear whether she does this on purpose, since during this period she experiences heavy discharge; Constantly crawls underfoot, rubs and bends; A decrease in appetite is also characteristic of this period; Increased urination;

Increased caress. She begins to constantly rub against her owners and meow loudly. However, in some cases, aggression occurs in the animal.

How much will the cat require?

How many days does this period last? However, there is no exact answer, since it depends on the body of each pet. To find out the time limit in your case, you just need to observe. The minimum period for this process is 7 days. If you agreed to the mating, but she does not allow the cat to approach, then you should try again.

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In most cases the period ends within 10 days , but exceptions are possible. Not every owner is ready to rejoice in their offspring. Therefore, in order to calm the animal, you can use special drugs or traditional methods. After all, she wants a cat, demanding satisfaction of physiological needs every month, and it is simply impossible to constantly live in such an environment.

Treatment with hormonal drugs

The heavy artillery in the fight against basic instinct is hormonal drugs. Such medications can be purchased at a pet pharmacy without a prescription or at a veterinary clinic. It is advisable to consult a doctor before consuming such serious drugs. Hormonal drugs are quite dangerous, and if taken regularly, the risks of developing chronic diseases increase.

Many experts say that drugs in this category are not the best way to solve the problem of how to calm a cat. The thing is that hormonal pills and drops do not always act effectively and quickly. An alternative option is injections. Injections will definitely silence the cat, but at the same time they are even more dangerous for the pet’s health. It is worth noting that the cost of injections is quite high.

The cat is lethargic after mating

Feline lethargy after mating without accompanying symptoms is considered a natural condition. A lethargic mood can manifest itself over several days - the kitty will sit in its house and give the impression of an animal that is in an extreme state of fatigue. Thus, she simply restores her strength.

In any case, you can’t let your guard down - if the cat is just sleeping, then you need to leave her alone, but if she has vomiting, diarrhea, or fever, this indicates that the mating was against the background of some kind of disease that is now progresses. If all is well, then after a few days the cat demonstrates excellent appetite and vigor.