Exotic short-haired cats can develop gills. It is difficult for cats to develop gills. Some cats are born without the conditions for gills. Just like only male cats have gills, for male cats, gills are not only a sign of fleshy cheeks, but also a symbol of sexual maturity. This indicates that the male cat’s reproductive system is fully developed. Male cats with hairy cheeks are more attractive in the wild and are more likely to obtain breeding rights.

The more stringent condition for cats to have hairy cheeks is that they are very dependent on genetics. If a male cat does not have gills, his offspring, even if they are male cats, will not have gills. If you have a male cat and want the cat to have gills, you can first check if its father has gills