Is there an age limit for spaying a female cat?

Question

my two cats are not yet a year, and have just started going into heat. Im am considering getting them spayed and Im not looking for an opinion on getting my cats spayed..ive heard enough of that..Im Just wondering if there is an age limit on getting spayed?

Answer 1

6 to 8 MONTHS....not weeks like I see in some of the answers ....your cats are ready...make an appointment soon...dont forget to get the proper vaccines/deworming also...smile

Here is some info for ya.....hope it helps in your decision....good luck...

Spaying – The Positive Side


Spaying removes the risk of pregnancy.

Pet overpopulation is a serious problem and by allowing your cat to have litters, you are adding to the problem. Finding homes for your new family additions is not as easy as you may think. Even if you choose to keep the kittens, you will have the additional cost of vaccines, parasite control, toys and food for several pets. In addition to costs, the health of the mother can be in jeopardy during delivery. Some new mothers can have serious complications delivering kittens and can even develop health problems during nursing. All these potential problems can be avoided by spaying your cat.


Spaying makes for a calmer cat.

Without the drive to mate, your cat may be quieter and won't be prone to cat calls and the incessant need to seek out a mate. The spayed pet no longer attracts males and their annoying advances and serenades. Spayed cats are also easier to get along with. They tend to be more gentle and affectionate.


Spaying keeps your cat healthier.

A final positive aspect of spaying your cat is that spayed cats tend to have fewer health problems. Spaying is the removal of the ovaries and uterus. Without these organs, ovarian cysts, uterine infections and cancer of the reproductive tract are no longer a concern.

Spaying – The Negative Side


Spaying means sterilization.

Spaying will result in the sterilization of your cat, and she will no longer have the ability to become pregnant. If you wish to breed your cat, spaying should not be done.


Spaying may cause weight gain.

Some cats may gain weight after spaying. Unspayed animals typically have a strong mating desire and can expend a lot of energy seeking a mate and reproducing. Without this energy burden, your cat may eat the same amount but not burn off as many calories.

Answer 2

Do you mean how old is too old or are they old enough now?

Female cats can be spayed as early as 3-4 months old. I imagine they can get spayed even at 5-6 years old if they are healthy but they will continue going into heat every 2-3 weeks until they get spayed. I could not live with that for years on end.

Answer 3

Cats should be spayed about 6 months of age. Typically humane societies spay cats at a very early age in order to adopt them out as soon as possible. 6 months is a good age - and it is usually before the first heat cycle begins. It sounds like it is time for your cat to be spayed...plus it is miserable for you to live with a cat in heat!!

Answer 4

there is no age limit but six months is the youngest that most vets will alter a cat. a year is a good age though. if they were old cats they may have a harder time with the anesthetic though.

Answer 5

There is a age limit. It's 6-8 weeks.

Answer 6

in the vet clinic where i work we have spayed cats of ages. up to 10yrs and above. your cats are at a great age for the surgery. with older cats you have abigger problem with the ANESTHESIOLOGY than the surgery its self. of course the surgery is a little more risky with elderly cats GOOD LUCK WITH THEM BOTH.

Answer 7

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Answer 8

There is no age limit but the earlyer the better for you and your cats when a female cat is in heat it is very annoying.