Neutering a cat It is important to prevent unwanted breeding, as unwanted kittens are often killed, abandoned or taken to shelters, which are often overcrowded. In fact, neutering is usually an essential requirement for adoption in most associations.
From ZooplusThey give an illustrative example of their exponential reproduction: taking into account that A cat gives birth on average twice a year and had 6 kittens in each litter, that would be 30 animals in 5 years. If they all survived, in 2 years there would be 500 cats and in 5 years, 20,000. Most cats reach sexual maturity before they are one year old.
How much does it cost to neuter your cat? Although prices can vary greatly depending on the veterinarian, from the platform Cronoshare They estimate that neutering a cat in Spain costs between 50 and 100 euros.
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In the case of cats, The price ranges between 70 and 280 eurosalreadywhich require a more complex intervention. In this case, the abdominal cavity must be opened to remove the ovaries.
The difference in price is due to factors such as the difficulty of each operation, the time it takes or the personnel involved.
Also, you should know that the cost of your kitten’s operation It does not usually include preoperative analyses, which cost around 30 or 40 euros.nor the medication or antibiotics required for recovery or the Elizabethan collar they will have to use to avoid tearing out the stitches.
In order to be able to neuter a cat for a lower price, You should pay attention to sterilization campaignsimplemented by the veterinary clinics themselves or with the help of the administration.
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The exact time of castration depends on the breed.although sexual maturity usually occurs on average between the sixth and eighth month of the cat’s life. In the case of shelters, it is common to perform early castrations.in order to prevent uncontrolled breeding. In the case of a cat that is fostered and does not have access to the outdoors, there is not such urgency.
It is often recommended Spaying a cat before reproductive maturity or after the first heat, between the fifth and eighth month of life.
There are several castration processes, such as ovariectomyconsisting of removing their ovaries, or the ovariohysterectomyin which the ovaries and uterus are removed. Other less invasive options for sterilization include chemical castration or tubal ligation, but these are less beneficial and may have side effects.
From Royal Canin They explain that To neuter a male cat, his testicles are removed. The purpose is to prevent them from producing sperm that can fertilize a cat’s egg. The operation is called orchiectomy.
In the case of both neutering male and female cats, the operation is routine and your beloved furry friend usually goes home on the day of the procedure. The most important risks are anesthesia, bleeding and problems due to wound licking.
Among the benefits of feline neuteringIn cats, it considerably reduces the risk of cervical cancer or breast and uterine tumors, improves mood, prevents false pregnancies and lack of appetite or vomiting due to heat without mating.
In the case of male cats, neutering them prevents testicular cancer, testosterone-related diseases, territorial behavior, cysts, brucellosis, prostate and anal tumors.
The sterilization in cats It is also key to prevent the spread of diseases such as leukemia and feline immunodeficiencyaccording to the Foundation for Advice and Action in Defense of Animals (FAADA).
Tips before and after neutering a cat
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From ZooplusIt is recommended to take the cat to the vet on an empty stomach. Give him water to drink, but Make sure that he or she does not eat anything in the 9 to 12 hours before the operation. You should also make sure that that the cat is not in heat at the time, or there is a risk of postoperative bleeding.
It is important to offer your cat a clean, quiet and warm place after castration, where he can recover undisturbed and gradually wake up from the anesthesia. Since this makes them drowsy, you should put the blanket or bed on the floor, avoiding high places from which he could fall.
The recovery after castration It is faster in males than in females: males usually recover in one or two days, and the pain in females takes a few more days to disappear. From this process you should reduce the amount of rations and use food for sterilized catswith a nutritional profile adapted to specific needs.
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