Sterilization and castration of British cats and cats

It's no secret that cats are quite prolific. Representatives of the British breed were no exception. As soon as the family’s favorite reaches puberty, how the problems begin: the heartbreaking “yelling” at any time of the day for several days. And so more than once a year. In addition, attempts to completely escape the pet to find a mate. And, believe me, there is no way to lock a loving individual at home.

Therefore, there is a need for procedures such as sterilization and castration. He will know that these are completely different things, but by people far from medicine, they are often used as synonyms.

The ultimate goal of this operation is:

• getting rid of an unpleasant smell - males and females in this period begin to mark the territory;
• increase the life span of a pet - hormonal stress takes away too much energy;
• the ability to prevent many diseases for which felines are predisposed;
• character improvement - seals and cats become affectionate and cheerful;
• lack of unwanted offspring.

Any operation is a serious burden on the body not only of a person, but of any living creature. Therefore, it is necessary to prepare for such a test in advance in order to completely eliminate the negative consequences. Below are the rules for preparing a kitten for the procedure. It must be borne in mind that it is most safe at an early age.

• Only an absolutely healthy pet should be taken to the veterinarian - with any ailment, there is a risk of complications.
• Do not forget to vaccinate the animal in advance. With reduced immunity in the first days after surgery, there is a high probability of "catching" the infection.
• Removal of hormone-forming organs takes place under anesthesia. It is advisable to make sure in advance that the thoroughbred pet has no contraindications to it.
• Sterilization of cats during estrus can cause inflammatory processes that will subsequently affect its health. It is better to do this before the next surge in sex hormones or somehow “survive” this period, and then go to the clinic.
• Before the procedure, feeding animals is not recommended for the last half day, but you can give water.

If you follow the veterinary terminology, then sterilization means ligation of the fallopian tubes. A cat will not be able to bear offspring, in other words, it will not be able to become pregnant, but otherwise it will remain a full-fledged female. She will also have periods of estrus, hormonal surges and other problems associated with puberty. All this over time can lead to serious health problems of the British woman.

Increasingly, castration is used, again based on the terms of veterinarians, although it is still called sterilization in everyday life. The difference between the two operations is significant:

• when castration of cats, genital organs are removed - only the ovaries or together with the uterus;
• simply by sterilizing the female, all organs are left in place.

British cats are sterilized from the age of 7.5 months to one year. This period is considered the most favorable:

• the animal from the kitten has already turned into an adult, therefore, there will be no delays in growth and development in the postoperative period of time;
• it is easier for a young body to cope with the consequences of surgery;
• domestic beauty quickly departs from the stress and begins to live a full life.

The postoperative period will be longer, additional care may be required. In addition, it will be necessary to undergo a second examination to exclude the development of complications.

With the advent of a new pet in the house, if it is not connected with the profitable business of breeding thoroughbred British, the owners begin to think about how to avoid feline “tags”. During puberty, British cats not only mark the territory, but also behave very aggressively. Of course, there is no animal guilt in this - the natural instinct requires procreation.

Experts recommend not to torment a pet, but simply to perform an operation to remove the organs responsible for the formation of hormones. Like cats, males also distinguish:

• sterilization - ligation of spermatic cords, excluding the release of germ cells;
• castration - removal of the testicles.

The sterilized Briton is deprived only of the possibility of procreation, all other instincts and sexual hunting remain with him. A castrated cat completely loses interest in females, becomes calm and affectionate, hormonal bursts no longer bother him.

British cats are neutered when they reach the age of 7 months - this cannot be done before, because:

• the body has not yet managed to get stronger - there is a period of intensive growth;
• puberty is not yet complete.

It is advisable to carry out the operation up to a year - this is the most favorable period for the procedure:

• a young male will easily endure anesthesia and within 10 minutes will come to his senses;
• sutures will heal quickly and painlessly;
• the cat has not yet known the joys of sexual pleasures, which means it will not experience serious stress.

Of course, you can resort to surgery at a later age, but the older the animal, the more difficult and longer the postoperative period will be. Britons over 6 years of age can be neutered only after consultation with a veterinary clinic and a thorough examination.

After the operation, representatives of the British breed should be fed a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals. The cessation of hormone production provokes metabolic disorders in the body, as a result of which animals are able to quickly gain weight. To stop this process, it is recommended to strictly adhere to the diet and established standards.

Many food manufacturers have developed a diet specifically for neutered cats and sterilized cats. They contain a minimum number of calories, while they do not lose useful properties. In addition, they contain ingredients for the prevention of urolithiasis. This is very important, because after the operation, the urinary tract in British thoroughbreds narrow, and the risk of stone formation in the kidneys and ureters increases many times.

Choice and rules of feeding:

• feed should be chosen not only for the operated individuals, but also specifically for the British breed;
• Before choosing, it is advisable to consult an experienced veterinarian;
• frequency: no more than 3 times a day in small portions, adhering to the norm indicated by the manufacturer on the package;
• with such a diet, pure water in animals should always be present in sufficient quantities.

The list of products that must be present in the diet of castrated cats and sterilized cats of the British breed:

• boiled beef or poultry;
• vitamin complex;
• fresh vegetables;
• offal;
• cottage cheese;
• porridge type hercules.

What can not be fed to the British after surgery

• phosphorus-rich fish and fish products are strictly contraindicated;
• also under the strictest ban other types of meat, especially pork and lamb;
• various sweets and smoked meats are harmful even to ordinary individuals, not to mention deprived of some, albeit insignificant part of the body;
• There can be no talk of cheap and low-quality products either - they are contraindicated for absolutely everyone.

The opinion of the British owners about castration is waiting for you in the video below.