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Ovaban and Ovarid are more commonly referred to as the feline birth control pill. Both contain a form of synthetic progesterone called megestrol acetate which can be used to manipulate a cat's heat cycle if used with care.
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Is it possible for a cat to be bred, become pregnant, then be bred again during her pregnancy and conceive again? You may be surprised at the answer.
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Occasionally a female cat will be in heat, but show none of the telltale behaviors. When a queen displays no sign of being in season, she is said to be in a 'silent heat'. Learn how even a queen in silent heat can be successfully bred.
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A typical cat breeding encounter can appear a bit shocking, even violent. Courtship and mating in the feline world is rather unique.
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Every female cat starts out as a virgin queen. This article discusses the things the cattery owner needs to know to help the virgin girl become a successful breeding cat.
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Every stud cat starts out as a virgin. Learn about the physical and mental challenges he must overcome before he is a successful breeding cat that contributes to the cattery's next generation of kittens.
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