What to Expect When You Spay Your Cat

There are more than ten million animals euthanized in shelters across America each year according to HDW enterprises. You can prevent unwanted litters and help your pet live a longer, healthier life by having her spayed as early as possible.

  1. Roaming

    • Cats that are spayed are less likely to roam than cats who are not spayed. This decreases the chance of your cat being run over or injured in a fight.

    Removal of organs

    • During surgery to spay your cat or kitten, the veterinarian will remove her uterus and ovaries. This incision will be closed with surgical glue or stitches.

    Recovery

    • A cat will normally recover from anesthesia in about an hour. During this time, a veterinarian will monitor her carefully to see that there are no complications, according to Catchannel.com.

    Hospital stay

    • If your cat is spayed early in the morning, she could be allowed to return home that evening. Your veterinarian may prefer to keep her overnight to allow her to fully rest.

    Infection

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      Watch your cat closely for any signs of infection and notify your veterinarian immediately if signs are observed. Catchannel.com recommends looking for swelling, discoloration, foul odor or discharge at the site of incision.

    Risks

    • There are relatively few risks to feline spaying. If you are concerned about possible risks, talk to your vet about performing blood work to rule out any possible health concerns before proceeding.