A critical eye to breeding potential of the domestic cat (Felis silvestris catus) or natural selection vs castration

Silviya Stefanova  Radanova

doi:10.30574/gscarr.2021.9.2.0268

Authors

Silviya Stefanova Radanova Faculty of Agriculture, Trakia University, Stara Zagora, Bulgaria.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30574/gscarr.2021.9.2.0268

Keywords:

Multi-cat household, Uncastrated cats, Cat-cat interactions, Human - cat interactions

Abstract

The article analyze the reproductive potential of uncastrated domestic cats. The notions of the high reproductive capabilities of the species have been refuted, even with provided resources, shelter and human attention. Space and density are not major stressors in a multi-cat indoor group if a high-protein food and inner freedom of individuals are provided. The established natural patterns in its development and the parallel made between other wild felines and human population are evidence of the evolutionary value and genetic potential of the species, which must be assessed and preserved in time. Specific adaptive behavior in female individuals related to indoor life and possibly a way of self-control of reproduction is described

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