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Expert: Becky - 11/22/2006


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I'm having a terrible time trying to figure out if my kittens are male or female.  I plan on keeping one, but I just don't know what the sex is.  We've given it the name Bulldozer.  My question is, is there a picture I can see of each sex to compare him/her with.  I've tried the (:) for male and the (upside down exclaimation!) for the female, and this doesn't seem to help at all.
Thanks,
Janie

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Hi Janie,
The easiest way for me to tell is to hold the tail up, and look for a little slit.  If the slit is close to the rectum, it is a girl. If it is down low, it is a boy.  Go here for pics:  http://www.vetinfo.com/csexcat.html
To me the pics are confusing... Just look for the slit, and as I said,if it is close to the rectum it is a girl,  down low.... a boy.  Hope this helps!

God Bless,
Becky

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I am not a breeder,so please direct any breeding and/or birthing questions to an "expert" that is. I love all cats but my favorites are the Rex and Siamese. I used to show Cornish Rex as a hobby but have not been able to for a few years. Right now I have three Siamese and one Cornish Rex. As a former veterinarian assistant, I can help you with general healthcare issues. Being a cat owner for years, I will be glad to answer any behaviour and/or nutrition questions too. Please remember, I am NOT a Veterinarian, so if your kitty is seriously ill, please do not hesitate to contact a Vet.

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