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Having your cat spayed or neutered can be costly, but you may want to think twice before skipping out on this seemingly optional expense. |
Keep reading to learn the risks of not having your cat spayed or neutered. We’ll also share some tips for making the procedure more affordable. |
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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK |
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Though many spay and neuter clinics use surgical glue that dissolves over time instead of stitches your cat could tear out, it’s still important to keep the area protected until it heals. If you don’t like the idea of restricting your cat’s vision and motion by putting them in a traditional recovery collar, try this recovery suit instead. |
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Available in four sizes, this recovery suit looks like a baby onesie for cats—complete with a hole for their tail. It’s made from breathable, machine-washable fabric and features built-in pockets for gauze pads. |
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VIDEO OF THE WEEK |
How to Care for a Pregnant Cat (Vet Explains). |
If you’ve found yourself caring for a pregnant cat and you’re not sure what to do, this week’s video is a great resource. Sarah Wooten, DVM, outlines the necessary steps to protect the health of the mother cat and her kittens from pregnancy all the way through delivery. |
Check out the video on our YouTube channel. |
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Here’s Why Experts Recommend Spay/Neuter Surgery. |
Experts agree that even indoor-only cats should be spayed or neutered. It’s essential for population control but can also affect a cat’s long-term health. The instinct to breed can be incredibly strong, driving some cats to escape the house in search of a mate, which puts them at risk for injury and illness. |
Here are some key facts you should know: |
An unfixed female cat can have more than 100 kittens over the course of her life. Male cats can sire nearly an unlimited number of litters. Cats become sexually mature as young as 4 months of age. Female cats can go into heat multiple times during the breeding season.
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In terms of physical health, unfixed cats may have a higher risk for diseases affecting the reproductive tract (like pyometra in females). Unfixed cats are also more likely to exhibit hormone-driven behaviors like urine spraying and marking. |
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How to Make It More Affordable. |
Having a cat spayed or neutered requires anesthesia and a licensed veterinary surgeon, neither of which come cheap. Then there’s the aftercare to consider—things like bandages, pain medication, and follow-up appointments. |
If the cost of the procedure is a concern, there are two simple solutions. |
First, you can look for a low-cost spay/neuter clinic in your area. They’re often run through animal rescues and shelters but may have limited availability and long waitlists. If you can get a slot, however, the cost could be under $100. |
The second option is to avoid the expense entirely by adopting a cat instead of purchasing one from a breeder. Many animal shelters won’t offer kittens or cats for adoption until they’ve been spayed or neutered. Shelters also often offer reduced-cost spay/neuter surgery for rescued strays and feral cats and kittens. |
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A Sneak Peek At Sunday's Newsletter. |
Summer may be nearing its end, but it will still be a while before tick activity starts to slow down. In Sunday’s mailer, we’ll talk about how to check your cat for ticks (and why you should do it even if your cat doesn’t go outside). |
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| Meet The Author. | Kate is a pet food nutrition specialist and writer who has been part of the Cats.com family for over three years. She is the doting owner of three cats - Bagel, Munchkin, and Biscuit - and often shares stories about them in weekly mailers like this one! |
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