Neuter Surgery Start to Finish
Everything you wanted to know about neutering your cat and more.
By
Stacy Hackett
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Can my cat come home the same day?
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He'll recover from anesthesia in about an hour
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Veterinary staff will monitor him for unusual reactions or bleeding
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In most cases, he can go home that evening
When can my cat resume normal activity?
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Most cats recover rapidly
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Some cats will eat the same day as surgery
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He should be eating the next morning
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Post-operative pain is rare
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Most cats are back to normal within three days
What should I look for at home?
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Abnormal swelling of the incision area; some swelling is normal
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Bloody or thick discharge from the incision
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Any foul odors from the incision area
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Extreme discoloration of the area; some pink is normal dark red or purple are not normal
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Contact your veterinarian if you see any of these conditions or if your cat does not seem to be recovering
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Try to prevent your cat from licking the incision area
Are there any risks associated with neuter surgery?
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Your vet takes many steps to eliminate risks during surgery
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The vet will most likely perform blood tests before surgery to identify or rule out underlying health problems
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During anesthesia, your cats heart rate and breathing will be monitored closely
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The surgery takes place in a sterile environment to eliminate risks of infection
Male cats don't become pregnant. Why should I neuter my male kitten?
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Removing the testes also decreases the amount of testosterone
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Testosterone can affect other organs besides sex organs, including the heart and prostate
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Neutering reduces the chance of a male cat developing prostate cancer
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Less testosterone in the male cats body decreases aggression and fighting
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Neutering can eliminate or significantly reduce spraying behaviors
The pros of neutering your cat far outnumber the cons. Ready to schedule your kittens surgery? Talk to your veterinarian today.
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