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Friend Zone - italeki - 10-19-2021
I have three Ragdolls, one intact male and two other females. They're all over a year now. Apparently the male is not sexually interested in one of the females. The poor girl continues going into heat and being ignored. I am afraid she might get pyometra. I've tried separating them for a week, putting them together in the bathroom, etc...nothing. I was told that's called "Friend Zone." They are buddies. Any comments on this? Or other solutions? Thanks!
RE: Friend Zone - JanH - 10-20-2021
If the male is experienced, then it may just take some time with a particular female. A girl not breeding is at some risk, but it is not unusual for younger queens not to be bred for some time. Just keep an eye on her for signs of illness.
An intact male should not be free to be with whole queens othe than when intending to breed them to avoid oops litters (and breeding the queens too frequently for their safety).
RE: Friend Zone - McKeu - 09-24-2023
Ideally you keep whole males separate and only have them joined for a week or two by the female you want mated.
It is a bit harsh to the males, but as long as you don't put them in a dark basement chamber and still give them enough attention, they will be just fine.
You could have a room, separated by a netted door or so, in order for the male still being able to socialize with the other cats. You can also add a neutered female or male they get along with as company.