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My male cat is loud, meowing, growling, eating less. Is he in heat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Himalayan | Female | unspayed

My cat's age is more then 6 months. I have observed a change in its behaviour yesterday. It is getting vry loud and is meowing alot. Milo eats less too . He growls alot too. Is he on heat? Amd what should i do to help him?

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 13th, 2017

Male cats don't have a heat cycle, however they typically have behavioral changes and make sounds any time they sense the presence of a nearby female in heat. You could have him examined by a vet to determine the exact cause. Having him neutered would stop the urge to mate.

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