There are two ways to determine how old an American wirehair cat is:

1. Teeth: Usually young American wire-haired cats have only 26 teeth, while adult American wire-haired cats that have completed the tooth replacement process usually have 30 permanent teeth. However, because American wire-haired cats complete tooth replacement by the age of 6 months at the latest, Therefore, this method can only identify American wirehair cats under 6 months old. In American wirehair cats around 1 year old, the cusps of the mandibular incisors begin to wear; around 5 years old, the cusps of the canine teeth wear out and show signs of aging; around 7 years old, the crowns of the mandibular incisors grind into cylinders; around 10 years old, the maxillary incisors fall out or Grind away.

2. Hair: Generally speaking, the hair of young American wire-haired cats is thicker than that of older American wire-haired cats, and the hair feels better to the touch. The hair of young American wire-haired cats is smoother and brighter, while that of older American wire-haired cats The hair of American wirehair cats is relatively dry and rough.