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Castration
Do
you have a male cat? Then you must have considered castrating it. Often
this is also agreed upon and determined in a contract if you’ve
purchased your thoroughbred from a breeder. Here’s a couple reasons
listen for you. Castration is the proper term for the removal of your
cats testicles.
Castration
for a more pleasant family member
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Without
the known breeding urges your cat can become a more pleasant pet. Less
fighting cats, no pushy behavior, and no serenades from your cat.
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Uncastrated
cats start spraying from puberty, in your house too! The very unpleasant
scent this causes is not welcome in any home.
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Castrated
cats are easier in their dealings with both humans and other cats.
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Your
cat won’t contract any diseases from stray cats.
Castration
to prevent pregnancy
Overpopulation
of stray cats is a serious problem. To this day pounds are filled with
left behind cats and kittens get released into the wild. By not
combating the risk of unwanted pregnancies, you’re contributing to
these problems. Finding a new home for these new treasures isn’t
always as easy as you may think. And should you decide to keep one or
more of the litter, think of the extra costs of vaccinations, feeders,
toys and possible diseases. Besides all these costs, you also have to
keep in mind that the mothers health is at risk during the pregnancy.
All these potential problems can be avoided by castration.
The
procedure
Castration
is a standard procedure that is done under complete anaesthetic. The
advised age for castration (and sterilization) is between 6 and 9 months.
With castration, a small incision is made in the ball sack. You can take
your cat home the same day. Castration wounds don’t need to be checked
after, and an annoying cap isn’t required.
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