![]() Cats have even been known to spray people that they do not know or like as a defense mechanism. Unfortunately, t he same can be said for telling signs when a cat doesn't like your presence. There are many ways to determine if a cat loves you. Cats do not take well to change, so moving to another home or even rearranging the furniture can upset the cat and provoke her into marking, especially since she must identify the "new" area as her own. Sometimes cats get stressed when you change their immediate environment, as well. ![]() If he is an indoor cat and sees them through the windows and doors, he may spray urine to ensure that the other cats identify your home as his territory. This can be caused by a new cat moving into your home or the presence of stray cats in your yard when Snowball goes outside to play. Many owners may ask, "Can neutered cats spray?" Well, some cats do this when they feel threatened, causing them to act in a territorial fashion. Male cats accomplish this by releasing tiny amounts of urine on vertical surfaces, while both males and females may spray a deluge of cat urine on a flat horizontal surface or mark it with defecation. The foremost reason, however, is to urine mark possessions as a method used to communicate with other cats. Here are some of the many reasons this happens and what you can do to control this disturbing act: Why Do Cats Spray?Ĭats spray for a variety of reasons. But why does Fluffy do this to your home when he or she is an otherwise well-behaved little feline? One of these upsetting behaviors is the spraying of furniture and carpets with cat urine, and, yes, a neutered cat can engage in the frustrating ritual. However, not unlike dogs, birds, horses, or any other domesticated animals, they have their own little annoying quirks that need to be nipped in the bud as soon as they begin. Since it is a very simple and quick procedure with rare complications, no check up is necessary unless you have any concerns.Cats are wonderful animals, and they make fantastic pets. Your cat will go home the same day as the surgery. What should I expect after the procedure? It was previously thought that neutering male cats at a slightly older age reduced the risk of certain urinary problems later in life, but more recent studies have demonstrated that is not the case.Weight gainpost surgery if his diet is not adjusted appropriately. ![]() Mild gastro-intestinal upset post surgery that is usually self-limiting.Multiple measures are taken to reduce this risk and your cat will be closely monitored at all times. If infection occurs after surgery antibiotics may be required, however the incisions are left open to drain and aseptic surgical technique is used so this is an uncommon occurrence. The vessels supplying the testicles are relatively small so the bleeding is usually self-limiting but may require surgical intervention. This may occur during or after the surgery. This is usually self-limiting and resolves with time. However, despite being a routine surgery, minor to major complications can occur and it is important that you are aware of them. Providing the cat is in good health and aftercare protocols are followed, serious complications are rare. What are the potential complications and risks of the procedure?Ĭastration is one of the most common operations performed in veterinary practice. Undescended testicles are at an increased risk of becoming cancerous, and at an earlier age. This is where one or both testicles do not fully descend into the scrotum and one or both remain within the inguinal ring (groin) or abdomen. ![]() Castration is specifically recommended in the treatment of cryptorchidism. If your cat is already older than this it can be carried out at any time. ![]()
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