How can one tell if a cat is in heat?
The best way to tell if a cat is in heat is to look for behavioral changes. These changes occur in two different phases, depending on the heat cycle. When the female is experiencing proestrus, or the period just before estrus occurs, typically she will become increasingly affectionate, and will rub her face or head against things, tread with the rear feet, and vocalize. Although during proestrus the female cat will show decreasing hostility towards a male cat, she will not allow mounting. These signs may last for one to two days. The estrus part of the cycle is characterized by increased vocalization, holding the tail to one side, and rolling around on the floor. The cat will exhibit lordosis, or arching or extending the back with the hind limbs raised. Females will often rub along the floor and meow constantly. Some cats may exhibit usual amounts of friendliness to their owners during estrus, although some may become uncharacteristically hostile.
The best way to tell if a cat is in heat is to look for behavioral changes. These changes occur in two different phases, depending on the heat cycle. When the female is experiencing proestrus, or the period just before estrus occurs, typically she will become increasingly affectionate, and will rub her face or head against things, tread with the rear feet, and vocalize. Although during proestrus the female cat will show decreasing hostility towards a male cat, she will not allow mounting. These signs may last for one to two days. The estrus part of the cycle is characterized by increased vocalization, holding the tail to one side, and rolling around on the floor. The cat will exhibit lordosis, or arching or extending the back with the hind limbs raised. Females will often rub along the floor and meow constantly. Some cats may exhibit usual amounts of friendliness to their owners during estrus, although some may become uncharacteristically hostile. Indoor cats may try to escape outside
