do cats have penis

Cats do have penises. In male cats (tomcats), the penis is located under the tail and is not normally visible when not erect; it becomes externally visible during arousal or mating due to the preputial sheath and penile erection. Male cats also possess penile spines (keratinous barbs) on the penis, which are more pronounced during mating and help stimulate ovulation in the female. Female cats do not have a penis; they have a vulva and an anus in the genital region. If you’re trying to tell male from female cats, a quick check is to look at the genital area: a vertical slit (vulva) indicates a female, while a circular opening (with the scrotal area and a small penis visible nearby in older kittens) indicates a male. For neutered vs. intact status, neutering removes the testicles in males, and spines may be affected by hormonal status. If you need guidance on identifying a specific cat’s sex or understanding normal anatomy for age-specific development, I can help with more details.