Neutering Your Cat - The Advantages

Cats certainly feed on protein-rich meat and they are warm blooded carnivorous mammals. They are predators and hunters and they usually prey upon rats and mice. As for cats, they are also known for their great fighting skills. There are those who can even win a fight against snakes. And cats survive in almost all climates and geographical conditions.

Historians are unable to pinpoint or describe the details of how and when the first cat was domesticated. But the fact that domesticated cats have existed for more than five thousand years now is what they are aware of. Biologists state that the modern domestic cat is either a direct descendant or a subspecies of the African Wildcat. And this is why the domestic cat belongs to the genus Felis. Indicated in some artifacts is the fact that the domestic cats first appeared in ancient Egypt. Today, all continents, Asia, Europe, and America, except for Antarctica have been occupied by these cats. They have evolved into over fifty different breeds as well.

Cats are considered as one of the most popular pets in the world and they are certainly not listed as endangered species. Also, female cats are known to produce an average of three kittens about twice a year. Thus, the spaying and neutering of cats cannot hurt their world population.

Having a spayed and neutered cat will be an advantage to the owner's house. Cats may just spray their urine in areas that they consider their territory if they are not altered especially the female ones. The obnoxious smell of urine is something all owners of cats are too familiar with. And no matter how much cleaning one does, the smell can never be entirely removed, especially from carpets, beddings, upholstery, and furniture made of wood. The urine of neutered cats are less smelly and these cats may not even consider marking many territories in the house.

When a female cat is not neutered, then she will howl terrible noises at inappropriate hours, like midnight or dawn. The noises will be eagerly answered by male cats that howl outside your door. Sleep is something you will definitely lose. In the end, your neighbors may not be happy about all the racket as well. These cats in heat will be restless and will forget whatever toilet training you may have taught it. And such condition can last up to three weeks and occur three or more times a year.

Some cats who are not neutered may choose to roam far away from your house. Endless worry is what this will cause you. Of course, you have reason to do so. Cat fights and fast-moving cars are what your cat will be facing. When dogs are in danger, they tend to run away. It's different with cats as they frozen in place. This is why many cats are run over by vehicles.

On the other hand, neutered cats will always stay in your house. They will be less restless and be more content. They will have longer life spans as well.

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