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What breed and gender is the stray cat I'm feeding, acting domestic?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

I recently saw a stray cat in my garden and started feeding it, and it's starting to act more like a domestic cat. I'd like to ask, what breed and gender is this cat likely to be? Thanks!

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Answered By David Darvishian

Veterinarian

Published on August 27th, 2017

Hi and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! He is very handsome, I'm assuming he is a male. Looks like you have made a new friend. The cat looks like a typical domestic short hair as we call them in the profession. Good luck with your new friend. You should check with your neighbors to see if anyone has lost a cat. It would be best once you determine that to go to your vet and let them assess the kitty and advise preventive health care treatment.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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    This kitty is quite lovely looking! Unfortunately without seeing it's genital area, there is no way I can tell if it is a male or female. From your pictures, he appears to be a domestic short hair. I would take it into the vet for a health check. If you decide to keep it, it will need vaccines, flea treatments, and deworming treatments. The vet can also tell you its gender. I hope this helps, enjoy your new cat!

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