Five common myths about cat desexing debunked!
1. It’s expensive…
A litter of kittens will cost a lot more! Making an appointment with our Community Vet Clinic during ‘Desex July’ will prevent unwanted litters and save you money.
2. It’s better for a cat to have a litter or go on heat before being desexed…
For the easiest recovery, it is best to have your cat desexed before sexual maturity. Sexual maturity can be reached as young as four months of age.
3. There are no health benefits to desexing your cat…
False! Desexing your cat can reduce the risk of prostate diseases, testicular cancer, uterine infections, ovarian, cervical and mammary tumors.
4. They don’t need to be desexed if they’re an in indoor cat…
Along with the health benefits, desexing can improve potential behavioral issues such as spraying in males and the crying sounds female cats can make when they are on heat.
5. Only young cats need to be desexed…
Your cat is never too old to be desexed! They will experience the many health benefits of dexing at any age.
Get your cat desexed
'Desex July' is an amazing initiative supported and sponsored by Geelong Animal Welfare Society and City of Greater Geelong that enables you to be a responsible pet owner for an affordable price. Call now (03) 5248 2091 or email vetclinic@gaws.org.au to make your booking!
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