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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...

We can determine a Ragdoll cat's age by observing their teeth, eyes, and other physical characteristics. Generally, kittens under one year old have white, sharp teeth. Cats between one and two years old may show some yellowing of their teeth. By two to five years old, cats may develop tartar, slight wear, yellowing, and other dental issues. In addition, younger cats have clean and smooth irises, while older cats' irises may thin and show a mottled appearance due to pigment deposits. Determining Age Through Teeth Typically, kittens start teething around 14 days old, and by 8 weeks, all their milk teeth are present. Between 3-4 months, they begin to lose their milk incisors, followed by their canine and premolar teeth around 4-5 months. By 5-8 months, all milk teeth are replaced with permanent teeth, totaling 30. Ragdoll cats under one year will have white, sharp teeth. From one to two years, some teeth may start to yellow. Between two to five years, cats may have tartar buildup,...