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Yes, it is safe to spay a cat during its heat cycle. There is a very small risk of noticeable personality changes associated with this, but this is much lower than the risk of unwanted kittens from an intact.

There are more potential surgical complications because the reproductive tract is enlarged and much more vascular during an active heat cycle. Some of the potential complications include ovarian remnants being left, difficulty controlling bleeding due to increased blood flow through the area and risk of not adequately closing down the cervix. However, your veterinarian will be aware of these risks and take precautions as needed to address them. The healing time may also be slightly longer.

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Can a spayed cat go into heat if she is around a unspayed cat?

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How can you tell if a cat has been spayed?

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How can I determine if a female cat has been spayed?

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