How old can a male cat be neutered?

Question 1: How long should male cats be neutered? 1. It can reduce the occurrence of diseases.

Cats may suffer from many diseases due to their different physiological structures, fertility and childbirth.

For male cats, it can avoid problems such as testicular tumors and prostate hypertrophy caused by vaginal discharge. In addition, male cats that have frequent sexual intercourse are most likely to suffer from urinary system obstruction because they are blocked by secretions. Neutering surgery can fundamentally solve this problem.

For female cats, excessive vaginal frequency can cause ovarian cysts, and cats that have given birth may have problems such as pyometra, vaginal tumors, ovarian tumors, and uterine fibroids. Neutering a cat can fundamentally reduce the cat’s health risks and is good for health.

2. Neutered cats will not be infected with sexually transmitted diseases, such as feline AIDS (a cat immune system disease).

3. Let the cat get rid of the tension, irritability, and loss of appetite caused by masturbation, and restore its original lively nature. Moreover, male cats will also get rid of the habit of spraying urine to vent their anger.

4. Avoid blind breeding and control the number of stray cats.

5. Improve environmental quality (an important part of environmental protection!)

What is sterilization surgery?

A method of surgically removing the female ovaries, uterus, or male testicles to render them unable to reproduce.

Generally, only the ovaries of cats that have not given birth are removed, but for cats that have given birth or cats that have uterine lesions or tend to have lesions (pyometra or uterine fibroids) due to frequent vaginal intercourse, the doctor will It is generally recommended to remove the uterus to reduce health risks for cats. Because frequent vaginal intercourse will cause uterine lesions, the possibility of fibroids is relatively high, and the uteri of cats that have given birth have more or less problems with pyometra and fibroids. Native cats have encountered cats whose uterus became so bad due to childbirth that they could not be sterilized during surgery. Pyometra is a common problem, so during surgery, the cat’s condition is generally considered whether to remove the uterus. Removal reduces a health risk for the cat and is good for health.

When is the best time to perform sterilization surgery? It is best to perform sterilization surgery after physical maturity, about 6-8 months of age.

How long does sterilization surgery take? Hospitalized or not? The sterilization operation takes approximately 40 minutes for females and approximately 10 minutes for males. Whether or not to be hospitalized depends on the animal's condition after the operation is completed. If there are no concerns about wound infection, the animal can be discharged after recovering from surgical anesthesia.

Precautions before surgery:

1. Immunize the cat before surgery.

2. Do not eat or drink eight hours before surgery and no water four hours before surgery.

3. Make sure you are in good health. In addition, female cats cannot undergo surgery when they are having sex. (Due to the enlargement and congestion of the reproductive organs during ***, it is not good for the recovery of the wound)

How long will it take to return to normal after the operation?

Generally speaking, male cats can recover the same day after surgery. The recovery period of the female cat is about 2-3 days, and then she can live her normal life as usual. The pain of neutering surgery is much less than the mental and physical pain caused by frequent intermittence of cats.

What will happen to animals after neutering?

1. Because neutered cats are no longer troubled by hormones, they will be freed from irritability and nervousness and return to their previous innocent and happy state. This is why many friends Said the cat became lively after surgery. In fact, it is the nature of cats to be lively, but it has been suppressed by the trouble of ***, so choosing to sterilize the cat is good for her body and mind:)

2. Cats will no longer be It avoids the double pain of the owner and the cat if it gets lost due to incest.

3. Cats will gain weight slightly because they live a comfortable life without worries. However, most of them return to normal weight from the weight loss caused by ***. Another thing to note is that you should not feed your cat a large amount of nutrients after surgery, as this will also cause the cat to gain weight.

Finally, let’s talk about some areas where misunderstandings may easily occur

1. Wake-up injections

Never give them! The principle of the awakening injection (he gave a very professional name that I did not remember) is to excite the nerves of cats under anesthesia, although it can help some cats escape from the coma after anesthesia. , but it is very likely to cause increased intracranial pressure and lead to death. The dose of anesthesia should be accurately controlled and the cat can wake up naturally.

2. Neutering

Cats can also be neutered, usually for male cats. Cats after neutering will still urinate and retain various behavioral characteristics of the uterus period (such as going out to find a mate, spraying urine everywhere in the house, etc.). Neutering is not recommended for cats living at home. In Japan, stray cats are generally sterilized, provided they are not adopted into homes after sterilization... >>

Question 2: How old can a cat be sterilized? 1. How old can a cat be neutered?

Once your cat reaches sexual maturity, you can consider neutering it. Generally speaking, 6-8 months of age is the best time for cats to undergo neutering surgery. If the cat is neutered as soon as possible, the cat will recover faster and the risk of illness will be lower. Many parents of neutered cats report that cats that are neutered earlier tend to maintain their innocent and happy personalities.

2. How long does it take for a cat to recover after sterilization surgery?

The whole process of sterilizing male cats only takes a few minutes, and only half an hour for female cats. They can be discharged from the hospital after the operation. Generally, after 1-2 days of recovery, the cat can take care of itself (male cats can recover on the same day). After 5-7 days, after the cat has fully recovered, you can enjoy a good life with it.

Therefore, as the owner, you only need 1-2 days to fully monitor the cat for the sterilization surgery. It is a good choice to take the cat for surgery on weekends.

3. What preparations should be made before sterilization?

Knowledge preparation: If it is your first time to take a cat for sterilization surgery, it is recommended that you refer to the experience articles of other cat friends on the Lucky Cat website before the surgery, which can help you learn more about sterilization surgery. and common sense of postoperative care.

Surgery preparation: Determine the cat’s immune status; contact a veterinarian with reliable technology; to prevent the cat from vomiting due to anesthesia, fasting for 24 hours and water for the first 8 hours before sterilization; take the cat with you within the agreed time Get neutered.

Item preparation: special cat bag (box) or flat box, changing pad, eye drops (generally given by the hospital).

4. Is it easy to get inflammation if sterilized in summer? If you choose a regular animal hospital and a veterinarian with excellent skills, you can successfully sterilize your cat in summer. Things to note are:

Don’t get heat stroke on the way to the hospital; if the cat’s breathing and heartbeat are very fast when you arrive at the hospital, you have to wait until the cat returns to normal before being anesthetized; if the cat’s body temperature regulation ability is very poor after anesthesia, do You should take an air-conditioned car on the way home from the surgery and put it in a ventilated and cool room after returning home.

5. How much impact does neutering surgery have on the cat itself?

Neutering will not have any impact on your cat’s body. And it will better protect the physical and mental health of cats.

Neutering fundamentally reduces cats’ reproductive system diseases caused by frequent intermittence, such as ovarian cysts in female cats, uterine and vaginal lesions, genital and urinary tract problems in male cats, etc., greatly reducing the risk of cat diseases. Chances of developing reproductive system diseases. Moreover, sterilization allows cats to get rid of the tension, irritability, and loss of appetite caused by masturbation, restore their previous peaceful temperament, and make it easier for cats to maintain a healthy state.

Question 3: When is the best time to sterilize a male cat? In principle, it is ideal to perform the surgery after the cat is physiologically mature and has had one sexual intercourse. At this stage, the cat's reproductive organs and corresponding organs have matured. Surgery too early may easily cause urinary tract stones and other reproductive system and urinary tract diseases. Avoid surgery in the first stage as it can easily cause heavy bleeding.

You must be vaccinated before surgery and be in good health.

It is necessary to prepare a container such as a large cardboard box that can at least accommodate the cat lying down, and a small clean cotton mattress placed under the box so that the cat can lie down comfortably after surgery. A clean quilt. Due to the surgery itself and the power of the anesthetic, the cat’s body temperature will be very low after the operation, and the body’s ability to withstand the cold will decrease, so it is important to keep the cat warm. Also prepare eye drops. From the end of the operation, the cat must be given eye drops in time until she regains consciousness.

Be sure to fast for 24 hours (at least 10 hours) before surgery and only provide water. No water is allowed 4 hours before surgery. It is best to give the cat a bath two days before surgery, and be sure to dry it quickly to prevent the cat from catching a cold. It is best to weigh the cat at home, because the amount of anesthetic is controlled based on weight.

After the operation, eat something good, preferably canned formula, to replenish your body and you will be fine. If possible, feed neutered cat food.

The cost of surgery for male cats is about 80, and if imported anesthesia is used, it will cost about 100 more.

That's about it.

Question 4: What is the most suitable age for a cat to undergo neutering surgery? It can be used after the cat is 6 months old. Male cats usually recover in 3 days, and female cats in 5-10 days.

Neutering is not cruel. In the current environment, the purpose of sterilization is to allow more cats to live better. When a cat reaches 6 months of age, it can be contacted by a veterinarian for sterilization surgery. Male cats usually recover in 3 days, and female cats in 5-10 days. After neutering, cats will no longer bark and pee all over the house. They can also prevent many reproductive organ diseases and extend their lifespan. Just do a proper job of losing weight and don't let the cat become too obese.

Question 5: At what age is it better to neuter a male cat? Over 5 months old, over 5 pounds in weight,

Before the first ***.

Question 6: What is the appropriate age for male cats to be neutered? What should you pay attention to? Six months

Question 7: How old is the age for male cats to be neutered? Overseas research, 5 months Older male cats can be neutered. My cat was 8 months old and the effect was very good.

Question 8: How soon can a male cat be neutered? After that, it will usually be sterilized in 6 months, but some are later. It is recommended to be sterilized after reaching one year old.

Question 9: Do male cats need to be neutered? After male cats become sexually mature, they will urinate everywhere at home. There is no fixed cycle. They are always like this all year round. It is more intense in spring. Some of them will also meow like female cats. Their temperament will become irritable, their body will become thin, their coat color will be mixed, and they will have health problems. , Cats that are not neutered and cannot be bred normally will be prone to sexual organ cancer in their later years. Male cats are prone to testicular cancer, and female cats are prone to uterine and ovarian cancer!

Sterilization surgery has its pros and cons. It is a scientific method of raising pets.

Before sterilizing him, you need to choose an authoritative and qualified pet hospital, understand the relevant knowledge of pet sterilization, and take good care of him after the operation. What awaits you is a harmonious and sweet life.

Neutering your pet is good for it and for you!

* Male cats can be neutered when they are 8 or 9 months old. Your cat can go, but it is better to wait until it is cooler in October to allow the wound to heal better. Use this time to consult more local pet friends to encourage you to choose an authoritative pet hospital, and check online for sterilization information to be prepared.

Question 10: What is the appropriate age for neutering a British Shorthair male cat? It will not affect the personality.

Unless the cat or dog is older and smarter,

After you take it to the hospital once, and it feels hurt, it will think that you brought it to it. Yes,

will hold grudges. The probability is very small.

So neuter as early as possible.