Spaying and Neutering Cats

Overview and Facts

Overview

• Benefits of Neutering Male Cats
Neutering is recommended for all Cats, with the exception of those that are to be used for breeding purposes or in those cases where a veterinarian might advise against it.

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• Male Cats Benefit from Neutering
Most pet owners are aware that pets should be neutered, but only some know all the reasons why neutering is beneficial, particularly in male cats.

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Facts

• Can cats experience heats following a spay operation?
Very rarely cats may experience heats following a spay or overiohysterectomy operation. If the female hormone levels are much higher than would be expected in a spayed female, this increase is due to ovarian remnants.

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Need to Know

Choosing a Program

• Should we let our dog or cat have a litter before spaying?
This is a question that veterinarians are asked frequently. Many pet owners think that it is beneficial to allow their pet to have a litter before spaying or neutering is scheduled. A litter is a set of babies or offspring born together.

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Helpful Tips

• When Cats Lick Their Wounds
Whether it is pine tar caught in the hairs, a bit of wet paint, burrs, wounds, fleas, or a novel smell, any change in the hair and skin will attract a cat to “clean up” that area.

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