Generally, a normal heart rate for an adult cat is around 120 to 180 beats per minute. Kittens, on the other hand, may have a slightly higher heart rate than adult cats. Typically, a cat's heart rate decreases when it is comfortable and calm, and increases when it is exercising vigorously or startled. However, in these situations, the heart rate usually returns to normal within a minute.
When taking measurements, pet owners should try to avoid doing so when the cat is playing, angry, or stressed, as these conditions may increase the cat's breathing and heart rate, leading to inaccurate measurements.
