Why is my male cat allowing a kitten to nurse on him?

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2026-02-28 11:40

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Male cats may allow kittens to nurse on them due to a phenomenon called "pseudopregnancy," where the male cat exhibits maternal behavior towards the kitten. This behavior is driven by hormones and instincts, and the male cat may see the kitten as a surrogate offspring.

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