How to Breed a Sphynx Cat

By eHow Pets Editor

Instructions

Pregnancy and Delivery

Step 1:
Buy the best female you can afford. Breed only high quality sphynxes, and be willing to pay the price. Look for a medium sized, muscular cat with prominent cheek bones, large ears and lemon-shaped eyes.
Step 2:
Choose a daddy. Using a stud for your first litter cuts the expense of breeding and allows you to choose a healthy mate for your cat. Examine a current health certificate for the stud before you introduce him to your cat.
Step 3:
Set up a nest in which your cat can deliver her babies. Use a cage so you can keep an eye on her. Gradually let her get used to spending time in her cage, including her feeding periods. As her due date draws closer, shut her in the cage every night.
Step 4:
Watch for signs of impending delivery. When she begins creating her own nest in laundry baskets and closets, the big day is drawing near.
Step 5:
Keep records of the births. Record the date and time of birth and their weight and whether they were born head first or breech.

Kitten Care

Step 1:
Take your kittens to the vet. They'll need their vaccinations on schedule to make sure they stay healthy.
Step 2:
Keep the kittens warm. These tiny babes don't have fur so they must be kept at least at room temperature, about 70 degrees.
Step 3:
Provide high quality food for the mother so she can produce lots of milk for her kittens.
Step 4:
Weigh and inspect the kittens every day and keep track of their progress. Watch them carefully to make sure they are thriving. Handling them daily also lets them get used to being with humans.
Step 5:
Screen potential buyers carefully. Ask lots of questions and have any purchaser sign a contract agreeing to return the kitten to you if he cannot continue to provide a good home for the feline.

Tips & Warnings

Get to know your veterinarian. You will want to make sure your female is healthy before breeding her. Use a vet who will be available if there is a problem during the delivery.

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