Cat breeding is not a whim. **Scientific selection of the timing of birth** is the fundamental guarantee for the health of mother cats and kittens. Many novices often mistakenly believe that cats can be bred when they first estrus. However, at this time, their bodies are not fully mature and their pelvis is underdeveloped. Rash birth is very likely to cause the risk of dystocia. **Veterinarians generally recommend** that the best age for female cats to give birth for the first time should be around 1 and a half years old. At this time, they not only reach physiological maturity, but also have a more stable mind, which is enough to take on the responsibility of raising cubs.

Suitable seasonal environment** is crucial to the survival rate of kittens. The mild and moderate temperatures in spring and autumn not only avoid the threat of severe cold to the fragile lives of newborn kittens, but also avoid the risk of rapid bacterial reproduction in hot and humid weather, providing a safer and more stable growth environment for kittens. On the contrary, if a kitten gives birth in the cold winter or midsummer, it is very easy for the delicate kittens to die due to extreme temperature fluctuations.

The mother cat's own health** is the cornerstone of breeding healthy offspring. Before planning to breed, be sure to conduct a comprehensive health check for the mother cat to ensure that she has a moderate weight, sufficient nutritional reserves, and has been fully vaccinated with core vaccines and scientific deworming. **Any potential disease or malnutrition** will seriously affect the safety of pregnancy and the quality of kittens, and even threaten the health of the mother. Only a strong mother cat can provide the best growth environment for the fetus.

Finally, **controlling the frequency of birth** is a long-term protection for the health of the mother cat. The physiological recovery of cats takes time. Frequent and continuous pregnancy and childbirth will seriously overdraw their bodies, leading to physical weakness, susceptibility to diseases, and even shortened lifespan. **Responsible breeders** should strictly abide by the principle of giving the mother cat at least half a year to a year of full recuperation after each birth. At the same time, timely sterilization of cats without breeding plans is the best way to avoid unexpected pregnancy and reproductive system diseases.

The fertility of mother cats is related to the health and well-being of two generations of life. The physiological hygiene of mother cats and kittens is also particularly important. Choosing Starhong's high-quality tofu cat litter is conducive to the recovery of mother cats and the healthy growth of kittens.

Written by: Luna

2025.06.04