It’s a question that all new kitten owners need to ask themselves so first of all I’ll explain what neutering is.

What is Neutering?

In male cats both of the testes are removed, in female cats the ovaries and uterus are removed.  Both procedures are done under anaesthetic so during the operation your cat will feel no pain.  Because the cut is so small the pain is minimal for the cats and the vet will usually administer a pain relief injection which will reduce your cats ability to feel pain while recovering from the operation.

While the cost of neutering your cat can be expensive and is usually around £40 per cat there are organisations that can help meet this cost such as the cat’s protection league.

Neutering – Health Benefits for Cats

• Cats which are neutured suffer less from infectious diseases
• There is less likelyhood of them developing breast cancers
• In female cats since there is  no uterus they can’t develop life threatening illnesses such as pyometra
• In male cats since there are no testes they can’t develop testicular cancer
• Helps prevent other illnesses

Neutering – Social Benefits for your Cat

Female neutered cats are less likely to call (that horrible noise that they make when they are in season) and male cats are less likely to spray.  Both sexes are less likely to wander, reducing the possibility of them getting lost or stuck in a strangers garage or shed.

Neutering – Benefits for you

Neutering your cat is also beneficial for you, if you have a male cat then their urine will not smell as strong after they’ve been neutered.  Both sexes also require less food after being neutered so you’ll save money on cat food.

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