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When is it safe to get you kitten spayed or neutered2007-11-25 12:30:07

I have a 5 monthes kitten and she only weighs four pounds. She was supposed to get neutered 2 weeks ago, but our vet said that she was to small and under-weight. Then someone else told me that you suppose to get it down before six monthes no matter what the weight, because then they start their heat cycle. Which is it, and what is a heat cycle?

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Ok, this is a common question. If your kitten is sickly or is recovering from a sickness , then wait until she gets her health and weight up. She can wait up until almost 8 months with out the "heat cycle" starting. A heat cycle is like our period cycle, she will cry alot and stick her butt in the air . she will try to get out to find a male cat to mate with. Back to the spaying, 4 pounds is medically big enough to handle the surgery. But I being in the vet medicine field , would wait for her to be 6 - 8 pounds. will not hurt to wait.Good luck

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Probably now would be good, but check with your vet!

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Usually the rule is 4 months AND 4 pounds!! This is when it is the safest under anesthesia! She will be spayed, not neutered, which is an actual surgery, little more serious than neuter for a male! You should get it done before 6 months of age. Being in heat is when hormones in their bodies let them know they are ready to mate. For a cat, they can go into heat every few weeks and sometimes the cycle can last 2-3 weeks at a time! This is not healthy for the cat, and it will be unpleasent for you!

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Its usually 6 months, but if the kitten is underweight listen to your vet.