Female cats which are not neutered are more likely to suffer from pyometra infection of the womb later in life and with mammary tumours. Queens with infectious diseases may pass these on to their kittens.
Pregnancy and birth are also not without risk. Wildlife issues. Cats with kittens will hunt more actively and if they are not being fed will need to catch more wildlife to feed their kittens.
Reasons for neutering male cats Control of nuisance. Unneutered male cats are likely to stray over a large area, will mark their territory with a very pungent spray and are much more likely to fight — with attendant noise nuisance. They are also likely to suffer from fight injuries such as abscesses. Because they wander over a large area they are also at greater risk of suffering road traffic accidents. Pet issues. Unneutered male cats will wander from home and may not return.
They may also spray inside the home and may be aggressive to their owners. Therefore it is desirable to neuter kittens early enough to ensure that the above problems are prevented. Most people do not want to live with an unneutered male cat. Population control. Obviously, male cats do not have kittens themselves and it only takes one male in an area to make lots of female cats pregnant, so neutering a female cat makes a great deal more difference to limiting numbers, but it all helps!
Sexing kittens Kittens, especially young kittens, can be hard to sex, and therefore, mistakes are often made. See how to tell what sex a kitten is Spaying a female In the past, it has been suggested that all female cats should be allowed to have one litter of kittens.
Castrating a male Castrating a male is equally important as spaying a female to prevent unwanted pregnancies. Postoperative care Cats usually recover from the neutering operation remarkably quickly.
Dark patches of fur in Siamese and related breeds The skin temperature is important in determining the hair colour of some cats eg, Siamese cats. Age for neutering Traditionally male and female cats have often been neutered at six months of age, but this is after many cats reach sexual maturity and not based on any scientific rationale.
The timing of neutering is discussed in more detail in the Cat Group Policy statement Thank you for visiting our website, we hope you have found our information useful. Donate Now. Spread the Word Twitter Facebook Linkedin. Search iCatCare. You are now being re-directed to an external website — www. Fights tend to break out, especially if there's a female cat in heat nearby. By neutering your cats, you'll reduce their aggressive instincts. When female cats go into heat, both her hormones and instincts are urging her to find a mate.
And if she's your only cat, she'll try to escape every time you open the door so that she can find one. Remember that males are also driven by hormones and the mating instinct, and will try their best to escape for the same reason.
Both males and females are at risk outdoors of being injured as they cross roads and highways to mate. By neutering your cat, you'll reduce this wanderlust and find they're happy to stay put in the safe, comfy spot next to you on the couch.
Male cats spray their urine on vertical surfaces to mark their territory. And while the pungent odor of an unneutered cat's urine alerts other males that there's another guy nearby who has claimed the area as his turf, it tells females he's waiting for his opportunity to mate with her. An unneutered male cat in your house can be a messy business.
Neutering a cat reduces or eliminates the urge to spray, and if they do, the scent should be much more mild. Female cats also pass bodily fluids when they go into heat. These fluids also contain scents to alert males that a fertile female is nearby. By spaying your female cat, you'll eliminate the same problem. Your cat's vet will recommend the optimal age at which she should be neutered. In general, most vets prefer to neuter a cat around the age of sexual maturity.
The surgical neutering procedure is done in a vet's office under general anesthesia. Your vet will explain it to you and give you specific instructions for pre- and post-operative care. Expect to withhold food and water from your cat the night before surgery and to bring your cat to the veterinary office by a particular time.
During surgery, your cat will be given an anesthetic so they won't feel or be aware of what's happening. For male cats, a small incision is made on the testicles, and the testicles are removed. The incision is closed with either dissolvable sutures or surgical glue. Male cats can usually come home with you the same night unless there are complications or special concerns. If so, your vet will tell you if you can pick your male cat up the same evening.
Because this is a larger incision in the abdominal cavity, she's are usually kept overnight for observation. Your cat can usually go home the next day. Some vets fit the cat with a cone or Elizabethan collar, a paper or plastic sleeve that fits around the neck like a funnel. This keeps your pet from scratching, biting, or licking at the surgical site while it's healing.
Most cats do not need special medication or after care. If your vet wants to see your cat again after the surgery, however, be sure to bring her in on time.
Probably not. After neutering, your cat will return to her old, playful self very quickly. Rest assured she'll still be the same cat you've always known and loved. Some cats gain weight more rapidly after neutering, so it's important to make sure kitty is kept active and fed right.
The benefits of neutering a cat far outweigh any drawbacks. Yes, it can be scary to bring your beloved pet in for surgery, but your concerns going in are small and well worth it when you consider the higher risks of unwanted kittens, escaping outdoors and getting into trouble with other animals.
On the other side, neutered cats have a higher risk of suffering from issues of being overweight. Therefore, it is very important to closely monitor its weight and take care of providing it with a well-balanced diet especially for neutered cats.
Would you like to receive our latest news? Go to My Affinity. More about us Where we are Affinity Foundation. Join the team. Affinity Foundation. The greatest advantage of sterilising cats, both males and females, is that of reducing the number of unwanted litters. The large amount of unwanted cats makes euthanasia the most common cause of death amongst these animals. Sterilisation is a good way to avoid it, and it has positive effects on cats' behaviour and health.
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