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This is a greatly debated topic. Most vets say it is best to spay early, before a cat even has her first heat cycle. On the flip side, a large number of cat owners feel that the cat will "settle" better after having a litter. I think it's really a matter of personal preference.
If you are more comfortable with having that litter before spaying, and can handle the challenge of raising and finding homes for the kittens, then follow your heart.
What else can I help you with?
Is it okay for a spayed mother to let her kittens nurse?
It will do no harm; usually the kittens are weaned before the mother is spayed.
Should you allow your Doberman to have at least one litter before having her spayed?
It is really a personal choice as to whether your doberman has a litter before the dog gets spayed. If you have the puppies a home and they will not be a burden, then let the dog have a litter.
What is the proper name for a female cat?
A FEMALE cat, until she is spayed or births at least one (1) litter of kittens, is called a Molly by most veterinarians and animal experts. If she is spayed or has had at least one litter of kittens, she is called a Queen. I know this question is old but 🤷🏽♀️
How long after a cat has kittens can she be spayed?
A cat can typically be spayed about 8 weeks after giving birth to kittens.
When do you have your kitten spayed?
Both male and female kittens can be spayed as early as 10-12 weeks of age, although this varies somewhat from vet to vet. Cats usually reach sexual maturity around six months old and some even younger at four months, so it is best to spay kittens before that age. Make sure you get kittens neutered and spayed (with six or so weeks indoors for recovery) before ever letting them outside. Even cats under a year old can get pregnant, and that could kill a young cat. Plus then you've got more kittens on your hands, and it's not good to take a litter of kittens to a shelter.
Can kittens nurse after their mother is spayed?
Yes, kittens can nurse after their mother is spayed. Spaying does not affect a mother cat's ability to nurse her kittens.
Do cats have to have a litter?
No, they do not. This is a very old myth that cats and dogs must have one litter before being spayed. Having a litter is incredibly stressful for the mother cat, and can also be incredibly risky. Many first-time mothers are not great parents, and there is a very real chance of complications with the birth or the mother cat rejecting the kittens altogether. There have also been accounts of the mother cat's personality changing due to having a litter. There are also risks in catching diseases of unknown Tom cats. Cats can transmit disease through fighting or mating, who will then pass it on to the kittens. It would be much kinder for the cat to be spayed before she reaches sexual maturity (before 6 months old).
Can a cat that's over 7 years old still get spayed?
Yes they can but its better to get them spayed when they are younger because its better to have kittens when your younger so they can have more time to comfort them and watch them grow up.
Can a cat be spayed while nursing her kittens?
No, it is not recommended to spay a cat while she is nursing her kittens. It is best to wait until the kittens are weaned before spaying the mother cat to ensure her health and the health of the kittens.
When does a cat need to be spayed?
Make sure the kittens are weaned before getting the mother cat spayed. Kittens are usually fully weaned around 8 to 12 weeks old. Some cats can come back into heat during this time, so be sure the mother does not have access outside before she is spayed.
Which animals need to be spayed and neutered?
The animals which need to be spayed and neutered are cats, rabbits and dogs. Generally the pets which one doesn't want to have a litter of pups or kittens or buns. Also, it is useful for aggressive pets who want to mate but don't have a companion.
How many babies can a tabby cat have in one litter?
Well usually about 6 sometimes more sometimes less. In the first litter they will have less kittens than any other litter there second will have the most and the last (normally the 3rd-4th) will be somewhere in the middle
