Cat Neutering is one of the most frequently performed surgical procedures at our clinic. We now reccomend Neutering your cat fromas early as 12 -14 weeks of age For More Information click here

If you are interested in having this done with your pets but are on a low household income, the Cats ProtectionCats Protection are here to help. Depending on your current circumstances, they will either pay the full cost of neutering or a percentage towards the final bill

For more information on this scheme please contact the CPL on (020) 8855 1027. We are also able to provide flea & worm treatment at the time of surgery if required (additional costs apply)

Castrating Your Cat ( Male Cats )

What is meant by "castration"?
In this operation, which is performed under general anaesthetic, both testicles are removed, which removes the source of sperm and also the source of the male sex hormone, testosterone.

Why should I consider castrating my cat?
There are many advantages:

A male cat is dominated by his sex drive, so he will wander in search of female cats who are in season
When a male cat wanders, he invariably crosses other cats' territory which can often lead to vicious fighting, nasty fight wounds, and abscesses
A female cat is capable of being served by more than one male during her season, which results in many toms searching and fighting for the one female
A male cat will mark his territory by urinating (spraying). Castration will decrease the frequency of this behaviour
A neutered cat (male or female) will not produce unwanted kittens
Minimising fighting also reduces the spread of Feline Immunodeficiency Virus ( FIV)
Male cats often become more homely after castration because they are not as motivated to wander

At what age should he be castrated?
We recommend that this operation takes place at 12 - 14 weeks of age

What does the operation involve?
The cat is placed under general anaesthetic, where he is deeply asleep and will feel nothing. After the skin has been prepared, the surgeon makes an incision in the scrotal sac and both the testicles are removed. There are no external stitches in this operation, and any internal sutures dissolve and are absorbed by the body.

How long after the operation is the patient himself again?
It does not take long! After two days he is usually back to normal.

Spaying your cat ( Female Cats )

What is meant by "spaying"?
Spaying is the term used to describe an operation in which the ovaries and most of the uterus are removed. The object of spaying is to stop your cat coming into season, thus preventing unwanted pregnancies.

Should my female cat be spayed?
We certainly recommend it. Here are some of the advantages of having your cat neutered which may help you in your decision:

Neutering prevents your cat coming into season, which can be every three weeks at times
Neutered females no longer have that irresistible attraction to males, who will urinate in the female's territory to claim ownership of her, fight any other contenders for her affection.
Un-neutered females are capable of being mated by more than one male during their seasons, which may result in more than one father of a litter of kittens, and many toms searching and fighting for one mate
Once your female no longer has sexual urges, she will prefer to stay close to her own territory and be less inclined to wander, therefore decreasing the incidence of cat fights and accidents
neutering avoids unwanted litters of kittens

Should my cat have a litter before being neutered?
There is no evidence to support the theory that a cat should be allowed to come on heat or have a litter of kittens before being neutered. This has no long-term effect on the cat's character or personality. In contrast, if the first season is permitted and she becomes pregnant, animal welfare organisations have an increased task of rehoming unwanted kittens.

At what age should she be neutered?
We recommend that a female cat is neutered at 12 - 14 weeks of age prior to her first heat or oestrus.

What does the operation involve?
The operation, termed a spay or ovariohysterectomy (meaning the ovaries and part of the uterus are removed) is performed while your cat is deeply asleep under a general anaesthetic. Consequently, she feels nothing during the surgery.

The abdomen is clipped of hair and the skin is prepared before the surgeon makes an incision with sterile instruments. After the ovaries and uterus are removed, the abdominal muscles are sutured with material that will dissolve and be absorbed by the body.

Will she become fat?
Not necessarily. Since she no longer has the demands of rearing kittens placed on her body, she may put on a little weight, but if you watch her diet and encourage exercise, obesity can be avoided.
How long after the operation will she be herself again?
It usually doesn't take long. Most cats are completely back to normal within a couple of days after the surgery.

What precautions should I take after surgery?
When you take your cat home from hospital, it is best to keep her confined indoors to restrict her activity, which avoids putting too much strain on the surgery site. In the short term, it also allows her body temperature to adjust after the anaesthetic. Full post operative care Instructions are provided at the time of the procedure