Male or Female Cat?

Question

I am looking to get a kitten soon and I was wondering what all you people in cyberspace think...Which is better: A male cat or a female cat? and Why? Thank you all so much!

Answer 1

Either sex makes a good pet, if neutered or spayed. Either sex can drive you crazy if they aren't neutered or spayed. I have both males and females as pets (all neutered and spayed although I used to breed show cats, so I have experienced with both intact and altered cats) of ages ranging from 1 to 10 yrs of age, and although each has his/her own personality, all 11 are great companions.

Answer 2

I don't think that their is a specific gender that determine a cats temperament. Each cat has his or her own personality. I have noticed that the females are more apt to seek attention than males and this could be due to the mothering instincts.
As far as a male cat spraying:
Female cats do too depending on the situation. After a male cat is neutered if he has begun spraying the odor eventually goes away. They spray to mark their territory so if you choose a male be sure to get him neutered at 6 months old to avoid the habit from ever starting. Even if you choose a female it is best to get her spayed before her first heat. Getting a female spayed with out her having kittens prevents the risk of health issues like mammary cancer and pet overpopulation.
One key factor when choosing the kitten is to look at the overall health of the mo cat and all the kittens and spend time with the kittens to see what their temperament seems to be. You are wanting a kitten who is friendly and seeks affection, this is an excellent way to tell, but of course there is no guarantee on this. As the cat gets older their personality can change.
Basically there is no easy answer.
Andrea

Answer 3

We have had many cats over the years, most of them female. I think that our male cats were more relaxed and affectionate, although female cats can be affectionate too. The most wonderful cat we had, the most friendly and affectionate, was a male. He was also the biggest problem too, because as others have mentioned, he sprayed (urine) all over the house. This was despite the fact that he had been neutered at six months of age. He didn't start right away, but when he was about six or seven years old I started noticing the evidence. The problem continued and was a serious headache for us. The problem was very substantially reduced when we finally decided (after several year!) to try medication. He pretty much stopped the spraying when he was on Valium. He was on it for the rest of his life. As much as we loved that cat we don't think we will ever be willing to risk loving another male cat.

Answer 4

Usually, neutered male cats are the most affectionate. However, its not to say that females aren't as loving, but usually it is the males that are more loving. Female cats can be a little more tempermental even after spaying them. Personally, I have a female cat that is the best I have ever had (but she can still be a little witchy at times.)

P.S. keep in mind that both males and females can spray, so dont pick a female just do you dont have to deal with that problem...

Answer 5

My luck with females is that they tend to be witchy. All my female cats have had what I call kitty PMS. And their moods all started to change after they were spayed. All my males on the other hand have been really sweet. But alot of it has to do with how they were socialized when they were kittens. Males are cheaper to get fixed. My opinion is go with a male...as long as you get it fixed or else you have to worry about it spraying.

Answer 6

I have had both a neutered male and a neutered female. My girl was clingy and prissy. We had our first child when we had her, and she was so jealous. She would spray all of his stuff...stroller, car seat, etc. She ended up tearing a hole in our window screen and running away. I have a neutered boy now. He is the sweetest kitty. He is very independent most of the time, but he'll sit in my lap occasionally and loves to be petted. From my experience, I would prefer the male, but make sure he gets neutered.

Answer 7

I prefer NUETERED males, they are the best with affection and love... females can tend to be standoffish and very prissy even afer being spayed... well all the female I have had... and I have had TONS of cats in my care... I guess I just like the old nuetered boys best.

Answer 8

Female because males spray. Plus females get pregnant and then you can have all kinds of cute kittens.

Answer 9

Both sexes can be very loving. Just be sure the kitten is healthy and friendly, and not too young--it should be at least 8 weeks old.

Answer 10

ok, maybe i wuld much prefer a female kitten as maybe it will be pregnant and then it can born ou tkitties, which are my fave. and if you get the kitties you can sell them if you would be happy, but most of the owners dont sell them as they think it would be a waste and the mother cat will be sad. but the bad thing about the female cat is that you dont want to sell the kitties that the cat has born out, your house will be full of cats wondering around. a male cat will be more like it, but i dont like mle cats cuse it cnnot born out babies nyway, it is a waste of money, you buy it and then it die. so i would much prefer the female one. think carefully before buying!