Facts That Are Different Between Male And Female Cats

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If you are a cat owner then you might have already heard that there is a difference between a male and female cats.

There are some facts that are different between male and female cats.

Here are the differences:

Breed:

Male cats are usually larger than female cats. The average weight of male cats is around 3-4 kg while the weight of female cats is 1.5 kg.

Female cats usually grow slower than male cats. Female cats usually weigh around 2-3 kg at birth and they grow up to 1-2 kg at maturity. Male cats on the other hand grow faster and weigh around 4-6 kg at birth and they reach maturity at around 5-7 kg.

Physical features:

Male cats have a longer and thicker tail. Their tails can be as long as 6-8 inches while female cats have a shorter tail. Male cats also have a longer face and bigger head. They also have a more muscular body.

The male cats are usually more aggressive than female cats. Male cats are also more active than female cats.

The female cats are usually quieter than male cats. Female cats usually sleep more and are less active than male cats.

Behavioral differences:

Male cats usually hunt more than female cats. Male cats are more territorial than female cats.

Female cats usually spend most of their time sleeping. They usually sleep more than the male cats.

Conclusion:

So, these are some of the differences between male and female cats. I hope you liked this post. I am sure you would like to know how much should a 7 month old cat weigh.

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