Affordable Animal Hospital is committed to providing the community with quality care at reasonable prices. Most cat owners understand that spaying or neutering a feline friend is the responsible thing to do. Spaying and neutering cats is very important in controlling the pet population, but also has the benefit of improving cat health and longevity.
Essentially, spaying and neutering are minor routine surgeries that sterilize your pet. When you spay or neuter your cat, they will not be at risk of either impregnating another cat, or becoming pregnant. Spaying your cat means that they will not go into heat and experience the compelling need to mate. Neutering also addresses the natural drive to reproduce and attract a mate by marking territory. The process will give you a calmer, happier cat.
The ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) advocates spaying or neutering pets at a young age, for several reasons. Studies show that spaying a female cat before their first heat cycle drastically reduces the chances of your cat developing uterine infections and breast tumors that are cancerous in about 90 percent of cases. Neutering a cat also helps avoid major health and behavioral issues affecting male cats. The cost of spaying or neutering your cat will also be much, much less than the cost of caring for a litter of kittens or trying to clean up the strong smell of cat spray.
When your male cat is neutered, their testicles are surgically removed. Most male cats are physically able to mate and reproduce at about six months of age. Unneutered cats are much more likely to wander the neighborhood in search of un-spayed female cats. By neutering your male cat, you curb this type of behavior (and help them avoid sexually transmitted diseases and pet overpopulation). Neutering also decreases a male cat's need to "mark" territory and often reduces any aggressive tendency to fight other cats – and potentially need treatment. After being neutered, your cat will still keep their unique personality, but will be less likely to roam, spray, or act aggressive.
While the spay and neuter surgeries are different, they have the same goal. Each is meant to keep your cat from reproducing and filling the neighborhood with unwanted kittens that may, in the end, be put down due to pet overpopulation. Here are the differences between the two surgeries performed on male and female cats:
No. These are some of the most routine procedures that we perform at our vet clinics. Complications during a spaying or neutering surgery are very rare. During the surgery, your cat is given anesthetic and will feel no pain. Most cats can go home the same day as the procedure. Depending on how well your cat reacts to anesthesia and the surgery, they may need to stay overnight. Our vet will be able to outline everything to expect during your cat's spaying or neutering, including caring for your pet over the recovery period – which is generally very short.
Before your cat undergoes spaying or neutering, your vet will have some pre-surgical advice you will need to follow. The main recommendation will be to avoid feeding your cat after midnight the night before spaying or neutering. Your vet will also have post-operative steps that help your cat heal faster and better. Your cat may experience some pain or discomfort following their surgery, so it may be necessary for your cat to have medication to control pain.
If you notice any swelling, discharge or discoloration at your cat's incision site, contact our clinic so we can help. Other common trouble signs to look out for include your cat acting lethargic, having a decreased appetite, or vomiting or diarrhea.
At Affordable Animal Hospital, our dedicated and skilled veterinary staff has handled many cat spaying and neutering procedures. We offer high quality, reliable, and affordable veterinary care for your pets. Help us keep the pet population down and your cat healthy and happy by scheduling your spaying or neutering with us.
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