How to Determine the Age of an American Shorthair and When is it Considered an Adult?
We can determine the age of an American Shorthair by observing their teeth, eyes, and other factors. Generally, kittens under one year old have white tooth buds and sharp teeth. Cats between one and two years old may show some yellowing of their teeth. From two to five years old, cats may develop tartar, mild wear, and some yellow teeth. Additionally, the iris of young cats is clear and smooth, while the iris of older cats gradually thins and becomes mottled with pigment deposits. 1. Examining the Teeth Kittens typically start to develop teeth around 14 days old, and all their milk teeth are fully grown by 8 weeks. At 3-4 months, they begin to lose their milk incisors. At 4-5 months, they successively lose their canine and premolar teeth. By 5-8 months, all milk teeth have been replaced with permanent teeth, totaling 30. American Shorthairs under one year old have white tooth buds and sharp teeth. Cats between one and two years old show some yellowing of their teeth. From two to five y...