At Vets in Endeavour Hills, we provide expert cat desexing services designed to ensure the health and well-being of your furry family member. Desexing a cat is a crucial step in preventing unwanted litters while also delivering essential health and behavioural benefits.
Cat Desexing
Male Cat Desexing
- Neutering: This procedure involves the removal of the testicles, effectively preventing reproduction and reducing behaviours such as territorial spraying, roaming, and aggression.
Female Cat Desexing
- Spaying: This procedure entails the removal of both the ovaries and uterus, preventing pregnancy and reducing the risk of ovarian and uterine diseases.
Why Desex Your Cat?
Desexing is vital for maintaining your furry feline friend’s health and happiness while also addressing the issue of unwanted litters.
Health Benefits
Female Cats
- Prevents pregnancies that can occur as early as four months, even with related males.
- Significantly decreases the likelihood of developing mammary tumours later in life.
- Prevents Pyometra, a life-threatening infection of the uterus.
Male Cats
- Reduces unpleasant urine odour and strong male scent and lowers the risk of testicular and prostate diseases.
- Neutered males generally have softer coats and are less likely to develop thick, rough skin.
- Outdoor, intact cats—especially males—face a higher risk of contracting FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus), with vaccines not providing full protection.
Behavioural Improvements
- Male cats are often calmer and less likely to spray indoors.
- Desexing can help reduce territorial aggression and roaming tendencies in both males and females.
- Female cats in heat can become extremely vocal, leading to disruptions during the night.
Desexed cats typically enjoy longer, healthier lives. Many councils in Victoria also offer reduced registration fees for desexed pets, making pet ownership in Melbourne more affordable.
Cat Desexing at Vets in Endeavour Hills
Preparation for Surgery
- Your cat should fast from midnight before the procedure.
- We will admit your cat in the morning, with discharge scheduled for the afternoon.
Procedure and Recovery
- The procedure is carried out under general anaesthetic.
- Female cat desexing recovery time generally requires up to 10 days of calming and quiet confinement.
- Male cats should be kept quiet for 24 hours after surgery.
- An Elizabethan collar will be provided to prevent licking.
- Energetic kittens may need to recover in a large pet crate.
Contact our experienced vets in Endeavour Hills to arrange your furry family member’s cat desexing appointment today for a healthier, happier life.
FAQs
Yes, cat desexing offers multiple benefits, including reduced unwanted behaviours, prevention of potential health issues, and avoiding contributing to the overpopulation of kittens. Many local councils provide reduced registration fees for desexed cats.
The recommended cat desexing age is between 12-16 weeks, before they reach sexual maturity. Pre-pubertal desexing is safe and provides benefits such as shorter surgery times.
Yes! It’s never too late to desex your cat. Many unwanted behaviours can diminish or disappear within 2-4 months after the procedure.
