A few times during the year, female cats that haven’t been spayed by a veterinarian will go into estrus or “heat” for two weeks, meaning that they’re looking for potential partners to mate with. What do I do if my cat is in heat? You’ll first want to make sure that your cat is actually in heat at this time by looking for the common symptoms. During this time, cats will often hold their tail to the side of their body and constantly raise their hind end. Cats will also be agitated, constantly looking for more attention and calling out with constant meowing, often times so much so that it becomes extremely irritating for their owners. Fortunately there are a couple of ways to end or actually fully prevent your cat from going to heat.
Pay more attention to your cat
One of the simplest ways to calm your cat during heat is to give your cat extra physical attention, whether it be through petting, playing, or brushing. The increased physical attention will quell your cat’s desire for sensory stimulation.
Consider mating your cat
If you mate your cat, you’ll stop the current symptoms of heat, but your cat will also most likely become pregnant. While she will no longer be in heat during the gestation period, you need to be sure that you’re willing to prepared for your cat’s pregnancy and litter.
Hormonal Injection
Talk to your local veterinarian about the possibility of hormonal therapy or other medications to temporarily stop the current cycle. For most owners, this is a rather complicated route and involves expensive upkeep. This method is used mainly with pedigree breeders who only want to stop the cycle temporarily. Ultimately, these are all temporary solutions to help deal with your cat’s estrus cycle. If you want to completely prevent your cat from going into heat, you should consider spaying your cat (only if she’s not currently in heat). TalkLocal can help you find a high-quality local veterinarian who will take extremely good care of your cat. You’ll be able to talk with a veterinarian about all your options in just minutes!
