My female cat had 4 kittens 6 weeks ago. We are keeping on of the females but their is one male kitten I am just in love with. I have never had a male cat before because I don't want to risk the chance of them spraying. What are the chances that he would start spraying when he gets older? Yes all of them are going to get fixed. I have someone that is interested in taking him but when I think about it I just start to cry. I don't know what to do but I don't want to take a chance of him spraying one day.
2007-04-05 01:51:53 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
I'm glad to hear that you will be getting them all fixed!
As for Mr. Boy kitty... get him fixed BEFORE his male hormomes kick in and he will most likely never spray. Male cats spray to mark thier territory. It's also a social and sexual behavier. Since they only need to have territory when they reach sexual maturity, fix him before that an you are good to go!
Here's a good article for ou to read.
http://www.cozycatfurniture.com/cat_newsletters/catnewsletter8.html
Standard Spay and Neuter is now at a weight of 2 pounds. So depending on his size... get him fixed at 3 to 4 months.
I live with 5 male cats and 9 females and they were all fixed early as possible. Not a single one of them sprays.
Early spay and neuter is often, if not always, the solution to the problem.
Good Luck!
2007-04-05 02:21:25 · answer #1 · answered by Kat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If he gets fixed before he ever starts, he probably never will. I've had several male cat in the past and none of them sprayed. Vets usually do not neuter males until they are 5-6 months old though so you either keep him and do it then or make the person who wants him sign an agreement to neuter him.
2007-04-05 05:53:40 · answer #2 · answered by KathyS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Let me just help you here. It is nice to have the female cats but remember that when you take the male amongst the females in your house it will be like a doctor on call, or shall I say living in. The spraying part can be avoided if you have his spade. I have a male amongst my three females and he seems to have a ball between the three females. But Felix, that is the male have a marriage relationship with Mickey (female) and I call them Bonny and Clyde for they are members of a secret society and are always in trouble. I sometimes call them Martica and Gomez after the Adams family for they can team up against the other two helpless females. Just have your male fixed and thing will be hunky dory. Take care and enjoy the Easter Holidays. Suzi
2007-04-05 02:02:57 · answer #3 · answered by INCOGNITO 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Male cats don't always fall into spraying and fixing them does take care of it altogether. I have had all males and only one female and never experienced spraying. Keep the baby boy!
2007-04-05 05:26:55 · answer #4 · answered by dawnb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you get him fixed BEFORe hs starts spraying then you won't have a problem. That's an almost 100% guarantee
I would reccomend neutering at 4 or 5 months, 6 at the OLDEST. THen you should avoid this problem.
IF your vet won't even consider neutering until 6 months, then find another vet or SPCA who will neuter at 4 or 5. Like people, some kitties go through "puberty" earlier than others.
2007-04-05 02:29:59 · answer #5 · answered by Shelly P. Tofu, E.M.T. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you get him fixed at 6 months or so, he shouldn't ever spray. that's what i did for my guy & never had a problem with spraying. i'ive found that alot of times males are more lovable & less skittish than females, it does depend on the personality, but they do tend to be more laid back. so go ahead & keep the little guy!
2007-04-05 02:40:27 · answer #6 · answered by kg22 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not worry about the spraying. Get him fixed as soon as you begin to smell strong urine scent. Vets are neutering earlier and earlier now as the research apparently has changed on this subject. Enjoy your tomcat.
I have two toms and knoone would even know we have cats because they were fixed early.
Also, be sure to fully train them on the litterbox. If there is any trouble with the litterbox training, come back on here and ask for help, which you'll get :)
In the meantime, what are you going to name him???? :)
2007-04-05 02:01:02 · answer #7 · answered by Wondering 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you get him fixed at about 5-6 months of age, chances are he won't spray.
2007-04-05 01:57:49 · answer #8 · answered by Ms. Honest 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have only had all male cats and not one of them sprayed. I seem to remember reading they tend to spray more if they were outdoor cats brought indoors.
2007-04-05 02:35:01 · answer #9 · answered by MystiSaint 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you know that you are really attached to this pet. then you should KEEP it. don't force yourself into wanting to take it away.
2007-04-05 02:02:49 · answer #10 · answered by ♥Brittany♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋