When do cats stop growing

You’re watching your kitten grow like a little fuzzy beanstalk. You can tell when they will stop growing by noticing sure signs.

Growing Kitten Timeline

Every cat is unique, just like every person. Most standard house cats still reach significant milestones to adulthood around the same time.

From 3 to 6 months, kittens’ baby teeth begin to fall out. They are replaced by adult tooths! This is the perfect time to add teeth to your cat’s scrapbook.

From 4 to 9 months: Kittens have reached sexual maturity. Vets recommend neutering male kittens at 5-6 months of age.

At six months, rapid growth begins to slow down. Indeed, your kitten is still growing, but it won’t seem like they have doubled their size in a day.

9-12 months: Your cat will be 95% adult size at this age. They are still growing but learning how to navigate the world.

At 18 months, most cats are at their maximum size and weigh 12-14 pounds. Finally, you can knit the cat sweater you have been waiting for.

At two years old, cats reach adulthood. Depending on how silly some adult cats act, the term “reaching maturation” may be misleading. But at two years old, they are socially and behaviourally mature.

You can use these milestones to estimate your kitten’s age if you aren’t sure. Strays don’t tend to mark their birthdays on the calendar. We take any help we can.

Male vs. Female cats

Vets say that male cats tend to be a bit bigger than females. They are usually 10 to 15 percent larger. Male cats are often closer to 14 pounds and grow slower, while females may stay smaller. These rules aren’t rigid and unbending. We know feline girls who can be a handful when they want a good head rub.

Does the breed of a cat make a difference

The appearance of things may be different between small and large breeds. Siamese cats and Sphynx are smaller breeds that typically weigh less than the average house cat. They can also reach their maximum weight earlier. The average cat will grow faster than larger breeds, such as a Maine Coon that can weigh up to 25 pounds. They can take up to three years to reach full size.

Ask your vet about the typical adult size of your cat’s breed and whether they have an adjusted growth schedule. You can use this to keep track of your cat’s adulthood and when you need to switch from kitten food to adult food.

When to switch to adult cat food

When they are young, most kittens enjoy a buffet of food. Their growth rate is incredibly fast, so they have a high energy requirement until six months. Most kittens can benefit from eating as much cat food as they want. Vets recommend three meals per day for kittens aged six months and older. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are usual.

Around 10-12 months of age, you can introduce your cat to Adult Food. This estimate may vary slightly if your cat is a large breed and still growing or has finished growing but is getting chunky from eating high-calorie kitten food. Ask your vet if he or she agrees that it is time.

Transition gradually when you are ready to switch. It’s important to gradually introduce adult food as you decrease the kitten food. Cats will not appreciate being denied their favorite food. Find out more about how to make the transition here. Before long, your cat’s favorite meal will be a big kid’s food.

Everyone has felt the desire to keep their babies small and cute forever. And who can forget the world’s tiny toe beans? There’s something very special about seeing your kitten grow into a mature cat with their personality.