If you want cats to breed, the first condition for cats to reach is sexual maturity. After cats reach sexual maturity, they can mate and breed. However, it should be noted that it is best to mate when cats are in heat for the second time. This can ensure the quality of cat reproduction and provide a certain guarantee for the cat's health. ​​​​​​

1. The sexual maturity time of male and female cats is roughly the same, usually around 6 to 8 months after birth. At this time, male cats can produce sperm and female cats can ovulate and show periodic estrus. If they mate, they can become pregnant and give birth.

2. However, it is best not to let cats breed during the period of first love, because the cat’s bones, muscles, internal organs, etc. are still growing and developing at this time, and various organs have not yet fully matured. If cats are allowed to mate and breed at this time, It will seriously affect the growth and development of male and female cats, and cause premature aging. Most of their offspring develop slowly, are thin and have a low survival rate. Therefore, you must wait until the cat reaches maturity before mating and breeding. Female cats mature earlier than male cats later. Generally speaking, it is better to breed short-haired male cats 1 year after birth and long-haired male cats 1 to 1.5 years after birth. Female cats should be bred after they are 10 to 12 months old.