Some cat owners are fearful that the procedure might be painful or cruel or that it will result in a personality change. Separating myth from reality should reassure cat owners that neutering and spaying not only help solve the problem of unwanted cats but also contribute to their health, longevity and overall well-being. Tho following neutering & spaying myths and facts will clear up a lot of the mystery surrounding neutering & spaying.
Spaying And Neutering Myth: Neutering/spaying changes a cats personality. Reality: The cats genetic makeup and the attention and training it receives are the factors that shape its personality. Neutering is usually performed just as a cat is approaching puberty. The changes in a cats playfulness and sleeping habits that normally develop at puberty are sometimes attributed to this procedure. This means your cat won't switch from happy to sad or vice versa because of the operation.
Spaying And Neutering Myth: Females have a sweeter, gentler personality if allowed to have one litter before being spayed. Reality: No evidence from behavioral research or from clinical observations supports this belief. Some animals behaviorists suggest that this is the placebo effect. The owner expects that breeding will bring about a behavior change and this leads to the assumption that behavior has improved. This means you don't have to wait longer to spay female cats, as waiting to long might have its own consquences.
Spaying And Neutering Myth: Neutered/spayed pets become obese. Reality: Neutering/spaying are often associated with obesity because reduced activity and metabolic changes may result. This problem can generally be avoided by close monitoring of the cats diet (eliminating table scraps and, if necessary, reducing the amount of cat food offered). In addition to diet management, providing favorite toys and encouraging exercise through play periods should also help prevent obesity. This means you should be watching your cat's diet anyway, and this is just another reason for it.
As in any surgery, neutering or spaying may have possible complications which you can discuss with your veterinarian. However, the benefits of neutering and spaying outweigh most complications. Most veterinarians agree that neutering or spaying is a safe and modern way to protect your cats and overpopulation - and from being put-to-sleep because no one can care for them.
Every year in the United States alone, 4 to 6 million unwanted pets are euthanized, simply because there is no place for them. Each day 70,000 puppies and kittens are born. As long as these birth rates exist, there will never be enough homes for all the animals. There is an overpopulation crisis among dogs and cats all over the world. Simply put, there are too many pets, and not enough homes for them. Overpopulation of pets causes many different problems, such as many animals being put to sleep, inbreeding which can cause congenital defects in their offspring, overcrowding of animal shelters, and many other problems.
The most common statement people make regarding spaying or neutering is, "I can't afford it, it's too expensive!". If you can't afford to spay or neuter your pet, then perhaps owning a pet is not for you. Pets need lots of regular care that can add up fast, such as vet bills, vaccinations, food, flea treatments, and much more. If you have a pet, and you simply can't part with it, there are still options out there for you to spay or neuter. Many animal friendly organizations across the US have special spay or neuter programs in place to help you out with the cost of fixing your pet. Check with your local animal shelter to find these organizations.
Spaying or neutering is also good for your pet. It can prevent health problems, and also eliminate unwanted behaviour, such as "marking their territory", going into heat, and other undesirable behaviours. It also dramatically increases the life expectancy of your pet. Spaying a female eliminates the possibility of uterine and ovarian cancer and greatly reduces the risk of breast cancer. Neutering a male reduces the risk of both prostate enlargement and prostate cancer. Neutering also will make your pet more affectionate and less likely to roam, get in fights, or become lost. It is the healthy and good thing to do for your pet, and can prevent more unwanted pets from being put to sleep.
Your community will also benefit. Unwanted animals are becoming a very real concern in many places. Stray animals can easily become a public nuisance, soiling parks and streets, ruining shrubbery, frightening children and elderly people, creating noise and other disturbances, causing automobile accidents, and sometimes even killing livestock or other pets.
Please show your pet and the world that you care by spaying or neutering your pet today!
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