Inserting a cotton swab into a female cat’s vagina can indeed curb the cat’s estrus behavior. Although it seems reasonable on the surface, this can easily cause false pregnancy in female cats. Cats that frequently experience false pregnancies are prone to pyometra and breast tumors. Because of this, this approach is not accepted by orthodox veterinary medicine.

Ways to prevent cats from going into heat:

1. Find a suitable partner for the cat. In fact, cats in estrus are just following the instinct of wanting to continue their offspring. Cat owners can find a suitable partner for the cat when the cat is in estrus, and let the cat go through the estrus naturally.

2. Divert the cat’s attention. When a cat is in heat, cat owners can use toys and snacks that the cat likes, such as cat teasers, cat candies, etc., to attract the cat's attention and let the cat focus on eating and playing. Forget your instinct to be in heat for a moment.

3. Sterilization surgery. Cat owners can also choose to sterilize their cats, but it is recommended that cat owners sterilize their cats after they are mature or after the cat is in heat. Otherwise, it may affect the cat's body. They should also choose a doctor they trust and take good care of the cat. body of.