Spaying is a surgical procedure performed on female cats to remove their ovaries and uterus. This prevents them from becoming pregnant.
Neutering is the surgical procedure performed on male cats to remove their testicles. This prevents them from reproducing.
Here's a breakdown:
* Female Cats: Spaying is recommended to prevent unwanted pregnancies, reduce health risks such as uterine infections and breast cancer, and minimize spraying and other behavioral issues.
* Male Cats: Neutering is recommended to reduce roaming and fighting, eliminate urine spraying, and decrease the risk of testicular cancer and prostate problems.
So, to answer your question directly, you do not have to spay the male cat. You should, however, neuter him to address the concerns listed above.