Many animal rights activists call for an end to any human interference in the lives of pets.
The most common criticism is directed at those who advocate castration or sterilization. Is the surgery really that harmful to animals?
If the owners of the animals do not plan to breed kittens, then it is better to sterilize the cat, said Mikhail Shelyakov, a veterinarian of the highest qualification category, in an interview with Radio 1 .
This is the main condition that determines the need for sterilization of pets.
In this case, the owner should not hesitate. Sterilization is "simply necessary for the cat's health."
The doctor notes that after the operation, cats live longer and get sick less often.
When to plan
The best age to plan surgery is 4-5 or 6 months.
In today's conditions, the owner can choose open surgery or laparoscopic surgery, which is performed using several punctures.
They also perform minimally invasive surgeries that are performed through a single puncture.
It is important to remember that neutered cats require less energy.
Therefore, owners must monitor their cat's diet to prevent it from gaining excess weight.
