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My cat in heat got out. Will she return and how long does heat last?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 11 months and 21 days old | 8 lbs

My cat is in heat for the first time. I have been keeping her inside. Unfortunately, someone let her out. I saw her last night with 3 male cats. I have been outside calling her name but no response. Will she come back? How long will her being in heat last?

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 23rd, 2019

Hopefully she will come back once she gets hungry. She has a good chance of being impregnated though. The heat cycle in cats lasts for about 1-3 weeks on average. Best of luck moving forward with Dory. Take care.

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