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My cat is in heat for the first time. How can I ease her discomfort?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 8 months and 20 days old | 6.51 lbs

What can I do to help a cat who is in heat for the first time he is experiencing uncomfortable feelings

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David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on March 4th, 2018

Unfortunately nothing can be done to ease symptoms of heat in cats, it is often very dramatic and can happen dozens of times a year. the only thing that can stop these symptoms is to have her spayed which is why most owners chose to have it done right after the first heat cycle.
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