How often does a cat come into heat?
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A female cat comes into heat about 3 to 4 times a year, each lasting 7 to 10 days, and every 2 to 3 weeks in breeding season. Males heat more often, possibly weekly and year-round regardless of season. During heat females call often and males spray, causing trouble.
Frequent heat without breeding risks reproductive disease, so spay early if no breeding plan.