Male Cat Sterilization Guidelines one

Some cat owners prefer having their pets neutered for health and financial benefits. Be it avoiding unwanted litter or preventing behavioral issues like aggression toward other tomcats or (caused by) mating instincts; the procedure is a well-known option.

But this is sensitive for your fur friend, so you should know what to do before and after neutering a male cat. This involves ensuring they are healthy prior to surgery and allowing them to recover in a safe and comfortable place.

Before taking home a male cat, one deciding factor is whether or not you prefer a neutered one or not. What then are the differences between a neutered vs unneutered male cat?

In terms of the physical appearances, here are the contrasts:

• Unneutered: the presence of two distinct testicles, bigger and more muscular in build, and large scent glands that produce strong and smelly urine
• Neutered: no visible testicles, slimmer and less muscular, and less strong-smelling urine

In terms of behavior, here are where they differ:

• Unneutered: extremely territorial, always have the urge to spray and the desire to roam looking for a mate, tends to be more aggressive towards other males, and unhygienic
• Neutered: less likely to spray, little to no desire to roam, less aggressive towards other males, and keep themselves clean often.

Before letting your cat undergo this procedure, evaluate first if it is important for you and your pet. Here's what you should know:

• Neutering is the removal of your male cat's testicles. This involves sterilization and elimination of male hormones. The former means your pet can no longer breed or produce kittens. Take this into consideration before pushing through the procedure.
• Male hormones, on the other hand, are associated with testosterone which controls sexual behavior. You can notice the differences in a male cat before and after neutering. The procedure helps reduce aggressiveness towards other felines.
• Your neutered cat can also continue spraying or marking their territory. But unlike intact males with pungent or strong-smelling urine, castrated males' urine becomes less odorous.
• There are also impressions that neutered cats become fat. But this is only because they are no longer too engrossed in fighting, mating, and roaming often.

Take note of all these factors as it is your responsibility towards your male cat, before and after neutering, to keep it happy and healthy.

The answer is yes, mainly because the testicles that produce testosterone have been removed. Testosterone controls, among others, the male cat's aggression and other behaviors.

Neutered cats tend to be more affectionate and would relate well with other male cats than their unneutered counterparts. They make better pets and are easier to live with.

They will no longer have an interest in going out to roam around to look for a mate, thus minimizing their population.

Additionally, the procedure reduces possible testicular cancer or prostate problems. They are less likely to roam and be exposed to viruses as well as get into fights with sick cats.

Also, as they are less active, encourage your pet to continue activities that burn calories so it won't grow too large from staying dormant.