Just as there are advantages to spaying your cats, there are also disadvantages. Some are based on facts while some are just myths. Let us explore some of them.
- Spaying means sterilization.
This removes the ability of your cat to get pregnant. If you want to breed your cat, then spaying is not for you.
- Spaying may cause weight gain.
It may cause your cat’s metabolism to slow down a little. That is why some say your cat is at risk of gaining weight. However, there are dietary adjustments and lifestyle changes you can make to prevent obesity in your cats.
- Spaying your cat will begin negative behaviors.
This is a myth. Spaying your cat does not mean she will be less affectionate or will become fat and lazy. She may seem reserved after the surgery, but only because her hormones are not fluctuating as they used to when she had heat cycles. She will also be calmer, minus the mate-seeking behavior cats often manifest during the estrous phase.
Your veterinarian East Gwillimbury is a valuable resource when it comes to issues that affect your pet’s health and well-being.
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