Cats typically shed their coats during spring and autumn, specifically from March to May and September to November each year. This is to adapt to seasonal climate changes, as cats shed their old fur and grow new fur. In spring, they shed their thick winter coat, and in autumn, they shed their coarse fur and grow a softer undercoat to protect themselves from the cold winter.
Additionally, kittens typically experience their first molt around 4-6 months of age, during which they shed their thin puppy fur and grow soft, strong new fur. During molting, the kitten's fur becomes sparser and fluffier, while after molting, it becomes smoother and denser.
