The visible differences between male and female genitalia can be more subtle in kittens than in adults But when you know what to look for, sexing a kitten doesn't have to be difficult A vet's opinion can help you feel more certain, though even veterinarians can occasionally mistake the sex of a kitten. It’s also extremely difficult to tell the sex of a kitten under 4 weeks old, so you may be putting both the mother cat and the kittens under unnecessary distress. The easiest way to tell the sex of your kitten is with a visual exam A male will have a much greater distance between the genitals and anus than females — ½ inch apart on a male kitten or over 1 inch apart on a male adult cat
Conversely, if the two are almost adjacent on a kitten or less than 1/2 inch apart on an adult, it’s a female Need some more help determining the sex of your cat or kitten?
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