When Can Sphynx Cats Be Neutered?
Owners of Sphynx cats and kittens should follow the veterinary guidelines prescribed for all other domestic cat breeds. Despite the Sphynx cat's exotic appearances, internally they are just like any other domestic cats. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is of the opinion that it is "safe for kittens as young as eight weeks old to be spayed or neutered." The group also recommends that cats be neutered before they are six months old. Neutering is the sterilization process for male cats. Spaying is the sterilization process for female cats.
Surgery Preparation
Prior to being neutered, some veterinarians prefer to run your cat's blood work to make sure your cat does not have any health problems that might interfere with surgery. Once your Sphynx cat's blood work is approved your cat will be scheduled for surgery. To prevent nausea or vomiting, during or after surgery, your Sphynx must not eat anything after midnight the night before his procedure.
Neutering
Neutering male cats involves the removal of their testicles and the incision place is closed with a few stitches. Cats are anesthetized during this procedure and it's a very simple surgery. Depending on the time of his surgery, your male Sphynx cat may be able to go home the same day.
Recovery
Although it sounds rather gruesome, male cats tend to recover very quickly from neutering. Generally after a day or two of recovery, male cats are full of energy, resume their normal activity level, and are ultimately healthier, happier Sphynx cats. The website of the Mar Vista Animal Medical Center (see Resources) explains that neutering helps to reduce a male cat's desire to roam, fight, and engage in urine marking. Neutered male cats are also free from the threat of testicular cancer.
When Can Sphynx Cats Be Neutered?
Owners of Sphynx cats and kittens should follow the veterinary guidelines prescribed for all other domestic cat breeds. Despite the Sphynx cat's exotic appearances, internally they are just like any other domestic cats. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is of the opinion that it is "safe for kittens as young as eight weeks old to be spayed or neutered." The group also recommends that cats be neutered before they are six months old. Neutering is the sterilization process for male cats. Spaying is the sterilization process for female cats.
Surgery Preparation
Prior to being neutered, some veterinarians prefer to run your cat's blood work to make sure your cat does not have any health problems that might interfere with surgery. Once your Sphynx cat's blood work is approved your cat will be scheduled for surgery. To prevent nausea or vomiting, during or after surgery, your Sphynx must not eat anything after midnight the night before his procedure.
Neutering
Neutering male cats involves the removal of their testicles and the incision place is closed with a few stitches. Cats are anesthetized during this procedure and it's a very simple surgery. Depending on the time of his surgery, your male Sphynx cat may be able to go home the same day.
Recovery
Although it sounds rather gruesome, male cats tend to recover very quickly from neutering. Generally after a day or two of recovery, male cats are full of energy, resume their normal activity level, and are ultimately healthier, happier Sphynx cats. The website of the Mar Vista Animal Medical Center (see Resources) explains that neutering helps to reduce a male cat's desire to roam, fight, and engage in urine marking. Neutered male cats are also free from the threat of testicular cancer.
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