The "Ugly Duckling" Phase: When Do Chinese Rural Cats Become Beautiful?
Chinese rural cats often experience their "ugliest" phase around 5 to 6 months of age. This period is marked by rapid physical development, including changes in fur, bones, and muscles, coupled with the process of shedding their kitten coat and growing their adult coat. This stage is often referred to as the cat's "awkward phase". During this time, they might appear leaner, with a somewhat unkempt coat, and might even look a bit unattractive. However, this is merely a temporary phase. The "awkward phase" in Chinese rural cats usually occurs when they are approximately 5 to 6 months old. During this time, their bodies are rapidly growing, which includes their fur, skeletal structure, and muscle mass, and they are also shedding their kitten coat and growing in their adult coat. These rapid physiological changes can temporarily affect their appearance, making them look thinner, with a patchy and unruly coat, and less appealing overall. However, it's i...