I have a male kitten (approx. 4 1/2 months old) and his mom. At what age will he start spraying? I plan to get him fixed... just wanna know what age they start to do this. And at what age does a vet fix males? Thanks.
2007-08-06 09:20:33 · 9 answers · asked by ♥ SeXy.SeXy ♥ 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
The average age is about six months, although I have known it to be sooner. Cotacta vet to be sure.
2007-08-06 09:24:41 · answer #1 · answered by blue chaos soɐɥɔ ǝnlq 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most vets want to wait till 6 months. This is usually fine, males don't usually start spraying until after 6 months.
But, if you want to be on the super safe side, if you can find a vet that will fix at 5 months, then that would be great.
A male fixed BEFORE he starts spraying never will spray. A male fixed AFTER he starts spraying may not stop. Neuter 6 months at the OLDEST and you should be fine.
2007-08-06 16:34:12 · answer #2 · answered by Shelly P. Tofu, E.M.T. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They usually start to spray between 6 months to a year. Some vets neuter at 8 weeks some won't do it till 6 months..
2007-08-06 16:23:59 · answer #3 · answered by Marlou 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The earliest most vets will neuter is 6 months old, and recommend getting it done at 6 months. The earlier the age, the more likely they will have side effects to the meds given to them during the procedure. They want them to be mature enough to handle it. Get him fixed at 6 months of age.
2007-08-06 16:26:39 · answer #4 · answered by Angelic Valentine 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get him fixed any time now. Some vets will do it as early as 8 weeks of age. If you are concerned about spraying, I would consult with your vet and he or she may be able to do it right away.
2007-08-06 16:23:55 · answer #5 · answered by kismetsguardian 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Pretty much any time now. Most vets will neuter at the age he is now. Good idea to go ahead and schedule that appointment.
2007-08-06 16:23:21 · answer #6 · answered by angpharo16 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it has to be 6 months
2007-08-06 16:28:29 · answer #7 · answered by lilemogirl17 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the cat, but my advice is get him neutered BEFORE he starts! BECAUSE getting him neutered afterwards, well he's already learned the behavior. If you do it beforehand, it's more likely he won't even start.
2007-08-06 16:23:48 · answer #8 · answered by beautiful_butterflies 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I got my Siamese at 1 Year old and I had him Nutered. He is fine.
2007-08-06 17:35:57 · answer #9 · answered by Robert L G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋