O.k. I asked a question about an hour ago. I am more confused now! I've read that male and female cats still spray after spay/neutering. . I am seriously considering not getting one, due to the fact that I just bought a new house. Will someone please help?
2006-10-26 11:33:05 · 20 answers · asked by ♡chele♡ 4 in Pets ➔ Cats
i have 3 house cats 2 males and one female all 3 are spayed/neutered the only thing i can tell is that none of them since they were neutered has ever sprayed around the house. if you really want to get a cat and are worried about spraying try talking to a vet they would be able to give you More info.
2006-10-26 12:16:49 · answer #1 · answered by bev k 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Contrary to some of the answers you've been given here, both neutered males and spayed femaled CAN spray. Females are much less likely to do it, but they are capable, spayed or not. In the wild, cats are given the ability to spray to help mark their territories and help find mates, so although altering either sex will stop almost all (if not all) MATE-seeking spraying, both sexes can still spray some to mark their territories. If you do want a cat and are concerned about the spraying problem, first, get a female, and get her spayed. Most likely she'll never spray, but if she does, you can find places she's spraying using a blacklight, and there are some great products that use enzymes to "eat away" at organic stains/smells, including spraying. Hope this helps!
2006-10-26 18:59:50 · answer #2 · answered by Christine R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my experience (having a total of 14 cats throughout my life - also my mom is a humane officer) you will not have a problem with male cats spraying if you neuter early, also if you spay your female early she is less likely to go into "heat". Cats in heat suck, which is why my cats have always been male.
2006-10-26 18:47:54 · answer #3 · answered by Honeypai 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Female cats can spray it's just not a common here is a link about why the cats spray. I think you'd be pretty safe with a female cat but you have to remember every cat has a different personality and habits just like humans do you can never be 100% sure what you will get
2006-10-26 18:38:54 · answer #4 · answered by lcash24 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
male cats do not always spray after neutering, if he is neutered by the age of 6 months old and does not already have the spraying habit chances are he will not start it either. You can discuss this with any local vet, they will be honest with you with regard to spraying.
PS-I have an 8yr old male neutered cat, neutered at about 5mo, he has never sprayed in my house.
2006-10-26 19:38:45 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have had cats all my life and currently have three, 2 females and one male. They stopped spraying very shortly after neutering and spaying. if you spay at the earliest they can be spayed they will not have begun spraying. so i would suggest getting a young cat/kitten, asking how soon you can spay, get it done, and be happy!
2006-10-26 19:10:39 · answer #6 · answered by Emilyw 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the previous person that responded was right..... males DO spray, but not "always"... a female would be better if you really wanted a cat that would not 'spray'. If you get it (her) young, and get her spayed young... 99.9 %, you'll have NO problems. Make sure though, that you have PLENTY of things to keep her ( it's ) attention....ie: scratching posts, toys, beds, .. things to keep her from scratching, or getting into things that you just dont want a cat to get INTO. Oh and most of all... ENJOY your new 'family member' !!!!! Cats are a wonderful addition to families !! : )
2006-10-26 18:38:34 · answer #7 · answered by JSSK 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have 10 cats...8 females and 2 males. My females sprayed before they were "fixed" and they stopped once it was done. My boys were fixed BEFORE they came in the house and they didn't and have never sprayed. I would just make sure they are "fixed" before you bring them home and all should be okay. They will be the best friend you'll ever have.
2006-10-26 19:31:48 · answer #8 · answered by Tara 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At no cost to you this what I would do. Because there seems to be a difference in opinion here and maybe due to the cat's personality he or she may spray or not spray, I would call up a couple of veterinarians, humane societies, animal shelters and pet breeders of cats and ask them this same question.
It's good your asking this before you get a cat.
2006-10-26 19:02:46 · answer #9 · answered by Hedicat 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If they are spayed/neutered BEFORE they are mature(6 months old) then they CAN'T spray. Having them fixed after they mature will "keep them home" but will not stop them from spraying or marking. If you only have 1 cat, the chances of them marking are slim.(mature not spayed/neutered).
2006-10-26 18:42:01 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋