Veterinarians know the ideal age for spaying cats. What is the peculiarity of the castration of an adult cat

Not all cats enter a person’s house as young creatures, some are only so lucky. At the same time, the owners have to solve the problem of limiting the sexual activity of the animal in any case.

Why castrate an adult cat?

An adult not neutered cat can "get" all households with its behavior

He will leave stinking marks everywhere, tear furniture, and break free with all his might, and will not rest until he gets his - and after little time everything will repeat.

What is the peculiarity of the castration of an adult cat

In the process of castration of an adult cat

The castration of an adult cat is no different from the castration of a kitten up to a year old: the testicles are removed in the same way through a small incision in the scrotum.

But many owners of adult cats with great caution decide to visit the veterinarian about this. Firstly, it seems to them that they inflict indelible moral trauma on their pet, depriving it of the opportunity to breed. Secondly, it is considered that age limit for castration of an adult cat - 7 years.

However, in practice, veterinarians often give them other, more complex operations and for the most part everything goes well. And the attribution of moral torment to cats is unfounded.

Castration of cats older than 7 years is sometimes prescribed by medical indications: tumors, prostatitis, hormonal disorders, serious trauma to the genital organs.

Bengal seven year old cat. He gave excellent offspring, but according to the testimony of doctors, he had to be castrated.

They also castrate older sires that have already contributed to the breed and no longer participate in matings. This decision is best made in conjunction with the management of the club and a familiar veterinarian.

Will the cat survive such an operation?

The main reason for caution is the health of the animal.

Before castrating an adult cat, a medical examination is mandatory!

Whether the pet's heart can withstand, this question is decisive. A conscientious specialist will definitely, before starting to prepare the cat for surgery, direct him to a cardiogram. It is also important to predict how the cat will endure anesthesia.

There are cases of intolerance to anesthesia both among adults and among young animals.

It is quite difficult to predict this, but one way or another you will have to rely on the conclusion of a cardiologist, and in addition to this, you can do it. kidneys- their condition is also carefully checked and evaluated: in cats, they are already very vulnerable, in principle, and especially in adult cats.

Consequences of castration

Most likely, the instincts of an adult cat were registered in the memory. .

The sexual habits of an adult cat can, if not nullify, then greatly complicate the process of restructuring the work of his body. An adult cat must have already bred with cats, so not in all cases it is possible to stop sexual instincts with the help of castration.

An adult cat may suffer from chronic diseases in which surgery is contraindicated

Organic pathologies, sluggish chronic viral infections, diabetes - if the cat is the owner of a severe diagnosis, then the owners will either have to abandon surgical castration in favor of an alternative, or turn to the most highly qualified specialists.

Preparing for surgery and caring for the animal after it

You can castrate a cat only after full collection necessary analyzes. It is important to remember that everything surgical operations, except for the most urgent, are carried out only on an empty stomach.

12 hours before the operation, it is no longer possible to feed, and to drink - 3 hours!

The last meal before immersion in anesthesia should be at least 12 hours before. . All this is important in order to prevent vomiting and the ingress of vomit into Airways animal.

Experience of mass castration and sterilization of homeless animals

Volunteer practice in many cities shows that serious consequences after castration should not be.

After all, it is mainly adult sexually mature animals that are castrated, limiting the increase in the street population. Many veterinarians associated with volunteers are mainly engaged in castration and sterilization, as they say, on the stream. All cats and cats operated on by them successfully come out of anesthesia and either return to their usual environment, or are sent for overexposure with subsequent placement.

You have appeared at home little kitty. And immediately the question arose whether it was necessary to sterilize her and how to do it correctly in order to preserve her health as much as possible and give her a long and happy life. Let's take a look at the most frequently asked questions by cat owners before spaying.

Sterilize or give birth at least once?

If you have a desire to babysit kittens, you can let the cat give birth, but there will be no benefit from this for her health.

When should a cat be spayed?

Spaying a cat before her first heat reduces the risk of developing mammary tumors by up to 99.7%. The first estrus in a cat occurs, as a rule, in the period from 6 to 8 one month old. That is, it is better to sterilize a cat at 6-7 months.

What if we missed the start of the first heat?

You can sterilize the cat later. To do this, you need to wait until it ends and carry out sterilization in proestrus, that is, 1 week after estrus. Prevention of tumors of the mammary glands, in this case, will be less in percentage terms: after the first estrus, prevention of breast cancer is 70%, after the second - 30%, and after the third prevention is not at all. But in this way we prevent other pathologies, for example, the development of inflammation of the uterus.

What to do if the estrus has stopped, less than a month has passed and a new estrus has begun?

This state called nymphomania and indicates a hormonal failure in the body. In this situation, it is possible to spay without waiting for proestrus, that is, during estrus or a short lull between estrus.

Our cat is already several years old, but has there never been a heat, blood discharge from the loop?

In cats, estrus passes without blood discharge, and you can understand that your animal is in the hunt only by its characteristic behavior: purring, arching its back, raising its tail. Blood discharge from the loop they talk about the inflammatory process of the uterus (for example, pyometra, hematometer) and require urgent contact with a veterinary clinic.

What should be done before sterilization?

• the cat before the operation must be in without fail vaccinated (see the article vaccination), this will reduce the risk of contracting a viral infection.
• it is recommended to undergo a cardiac examination (ECHO screening of the heart), since a significant number of felines have congenital cardiac pathologies that do not always give severe symptoms, but can cause complications during anesthesia or during postoperative period. There are also breeds at risk for cardiological diseases, which includes, for example, Maine Coon, British, Scottish, Abyssinian, Sphynx. In these breeds, cardiac pathologies are very common, and ECHO screening of the heart is mandatory for them.

And what will a cardiological examination give us?

ECHO heart screening will allow us to suspect cardiac pathology at an early stage and start its prevention further development, or timely therapy. Also, thanks to this study, we can minimize the risk of complications both during anesthesia and in the postoperative period. Most common complication in patients with cardiological pathologies- this is cardiogenic pulmonary edema, an urgent condition that can end in the death of a pet.

We want to spay a cat, but we don't know whether to remove everything or just the ovaries?

In our clinic, we exclusively perform ovariohysterectomy, that is, we remove both the uterus and the ovaries, as this allows us to avoid postoperative complications. Namely, leaving the uterus in the body - an inoperable organ, we expose the cat to the risk of a repeated, more complex and risky operation to remove the inflamed uterus - pyometra.

Which cut is better straight or side?

In our clinic, we perform a laparotomy, that is, an incision along the white line of the abdomen. This has a number of advantages:

• An incision along the white line of the abdomen does not lead to injury to the muscles, since it passes through the aponeurosis, the junction of the muscles of the peritoneum, this incision heals better and hurts less.
• Access is more convenient, and the operation is more controlled.
• It is also possible to remove both the ovaries and the uterus completely, which will not lead to subsequent complications.

We want to sterilize a cat, but we are very afraid of anesthesia and cannot sit at home with her for several days?

At Vysota, cats are neutered using combined anesthesia schemes: we use an intravenous hypnotic short action, after which the animal wakes up in a short period of time (1-2 hours after stopping the drug), and epidural anesthesia. Thanks to this combination of drugs, the animal completely comes out of anesthesia in as soon as possible and does not experience post-anesthetic intoxication. Also, without fail, the animal is placed in surgical hospital for several hours to minimize the risks associated with the state of recovery from anesthesia. Thanks to the sterile operating rooms Vysota, antibiotic therapy after sterilization is not carried out, and a long stay at home with the animal is not required.

What is a cosmetic seam?

In VTS Height, at will, an intradermal cosmetic suture is applied, which does not require postoperative treatment, suture material dissolves on its own and heals within 4-6 days. That is, when applying a cosmetic suture, the only inconvenience for your pet is the need to wear a postoperative protective blanket for 4-6 days.

We thought and decided to sterilize our pet. What do we need to do for this?

You need: pre-register for the operation, and come with a hungry animal, 6-8 hours of a starvation diet.

Is it necessary to sign up for surgery?

Pre-registration for the operation allows you to properly plan the operating day of the surgeon and removes unpleasant emotions as a result of a long wait in line.

Should you sterilize a cat? This question worries many happy cat owners. At the same time, if in the West, most of society has long realized all the benefits of cat sterilization, in Russia their owners for some reason are still tormented by doubts.

In fact, with the sterilization of cats, everything is simple. If you have purebred cat with documents and the right to participate in breeding, then you either participate in this breeding (according to all the rules), or cut off everything “unnecessary” to the cat and send it to the “pillow”. In all other cases, the cat is subject to OBLIGATORY sterilization. There can be no exceptions here.

It is important to know that breeding cats are also spayed. This happens after they are removed from breeding work, i.e. either upon reaching a certain age (5-7 years), or when the plans of the cattery change, or if the breeder is not satisfied with the quality of the kittens received from this breeder.

Separately, it should be noted that the cat DO NOT give birth before sterilization. This is a very common misconception. A cat is not a person, she has no desire to become a mother, she has only instinct. If you let a cat give birth (even once) and then spay her, she may develop psychological signs estrus, and even a false pregnancy is possible - a colossal stress for the animal. In addition, the earlier a cat is spayed, the lower the risk of developing malignant tumors associated with genitourinary system in future. And the misconception about the need for childbirth arose thanks to unscrupulous veterinarians - it is easier for them to remove the enlarged uterus of a giving birth cat, but this does not mean that removing the uterus of a nulliparous animal is an extremely difficult task, just some veterinarians are too lazy.

Also, do not feel sorry for your cat, fearing surgery and anesthesia. The operation to sterilize a cat is routine and simple, complications are rare, but empty estrus and unmet needs definitely lead to serious illnesses.

Why should a cat be spayed?

1) sterilized cats live longer (up to 70% of cat diseases are associated with the genitourinary system);

2) unsterilized cats that are not knitted get pyometra ( purulent inflammation uterus);

3) hormonal contraceptives for cats (drugs to interrupt estrus) lead to a change in the hormonal background, which also contributes to the development of pyometra, mastitis, ovarian cysts, uterine hyperplasia and malignant tumors of the mammary glands and genital organs;

5) sterilized cats stop yelling and marking, become mentally balanced;

6) sterilized cats are not prone to running away from home;

7) you will not need to deal with the placement of kittens of unknown origin (selling kittens without documents under the guise of thoroughbreds is completely a scam).

At what age should a cat be spayed?

In fact, there are no clear answers to these questions. Now it is considered that it is best to spay a cat before the completion of puberty (before the first estrus), but after the completion of the main formation of the kitten. Otherwise, the cat will either continue to show signs of sexual desire after the operation (yelling), or become a sexless creature with mental and physiological problems.

The problem is that ideal age for spaying is individual for each cat, since they all develop differently. The age of puberty for a cat ranges from 6 months to 1.5 years. It is believed that cats with a light skeleton (siamese, orientals, sphinxes, cornish rex, etc.) mature quickly - at 6-8 months; cats with heavy bones (Siberian, Maine Coons, etc.) develop more slowly and reach puberty after 1 year; accordingly, cats with an average skeleton (Kuril bobtails, Scottish folds, etc.) are somewhere in the middle. But all this is very conditional, because each cat is individual.

Therefore, for light-boned cats optimal age sterilization - 4-5 months, for cats with medium bones - 8-9 months, for cats with heavy bones - 10-12 months.

In the USA, early castration at the age of 1.5-3 months is extremely popular. Studies show that animals castrated in such early age grow normally, sometimes even better than their counterparts castrated later; and early castration does not affect the development of the ICD. However, in Russia, veterinarians are reluctant to castrate small kittens due to the complexity of the operation and possible problems with anesthesia. Needless to say, their fears are not unfounded.

Separately, it is worth noting that up to 7-8 years a cat can be sterilized without risk to her health. Moreover, the operation is more likely to save it than worsen it. However, if the cat is older, then before sterilization it is worth conducting an examination, first of all, to find out the condition of the heart and compare the risks: find out what is more difficult for the cat anesthesia or possible cancer?

Neutering cats and religion

Neutering of cats from the point of view of Christianity: In Christianity, there is no direct prohibition on the sterilization / castration of animals. Every priest has his own opinion on this issue. Some consider sterilization to be a sin. man should not interfere in divine affairs, and God did not create animals for our pleasure. Others believe that castration is not murder, and that if we can kill animals for meat, and also use them for our needs (for example, plow on horses and oxen, transport goods, etc.), then castration is even more so. In the end, this is a person created in the image and likeness of the Lord, which means that his needs are paramount. However, castration should not lead to death of the cat or serious injury, and should also be painless.

Neutering a cat in Islam: There is no direct prohibition on the castration of animals either in the Koran or in the hadiths. The Prophet Mohammed treated animals very carefully, but there is evidence that he repeatedly sacrificed castrated animals, which means that he did not consider them sick or deficient. Of the four Sunni madhhabs, the Hanafis do not see anything wrong in the castration of all animals, the Malikis only speak of the castration of beef cattle and also do not condemn it, and the Shafiites and Hanabalits condemn the castration of all animals except for beef cattle. Shiites do not object to the castration of domestic animals. Modern Muslim jurists believe that if castration occurs under anesthesia and does not lead to death or injury, then there is no sin in it; because the abundance of cats can harm people, as well as the manifestation of sexual hunting in animals.

Neutering a cat in Judaism: The Torah strictly forbids the castration of any animal, even by the hands of a non-Jew. However, to give the animal drugs to drink that violate its sexual function, is also impossible. At the same time, Jews are allowed to use animals for their own needs, for example, you can pull a feather from a live goose if there is no other feather.

Spaying a cat in Buddhism: Buddhists are forbidden to cause suffering to animals, and generally interfere with their "natural" life. Spaying a cat for a Buddhist, it is possible only if it saves the life of an animal (for example, with uterine cancer). In fact, a Buddhist should not have a pet at all, as this restricts his freedom and causes him suffering.

In general, the following should be noted:

1) All world religions preach a humane and caring attitude towards animals, and forbid to mock them for your own pleasure

2) In all world religions, it is forbidden to kill helpless creatures that do not cause harm and are not capable of doing it (drown kittens, throw them out into the street, take them away from their mother before they get stronger (3 months))

3) All world religions condemn the deliberate infliction of suffering on an animal, therefore, stuffing a cat hormone pills that cause serious complications is a sin, as well as not giving him the opportunity to realize his needs for mating in the proper amount (in each estrus)

4) All religious prohibitions on castration are related to two aspects: one must not interfere with the nature of animals and one must not hurt them. However, in the time of the Prophets, there were no "pets" per se, and no problems with stray cats. In addition, there was no anesthesia that allowed painless castration, and experienced veterinarians who could castrate an animal without causing death or injury.

5) All religions (except Buddhism) recognize that animals were created for man, and not man for animals, respectively, if an uncastrated animal brings tangible harm to people, and its castration will be useful to both man and animal - castration will not be a sin. And cats mark, yell and behave aggressively, which cause trouble to both the owners and others; at the same time, as already mentioned above, castration brings obvious benefits to cats.

Thus, the believer has three ways:

1) do not have cats as pets;

2) do not castrate the animal, mate it with healthy and vaccinated partners every time it wants to, raise ALL kittens up to 3 months and give it only to proven good hands;

3) to castrate an animal in violation of the letter or spirit of religious laws.

It is worth noting that religious laws are constantly and regularly violated and often with the approval of the clergy, since sin is good. For example, it is permissible to violate the commandment "Thou shalt not kill" if we are talking about protecting one's family or homeland, although murder remains a sin that should be sincerely repented of.

Chemical sterilization of cats

Unlike cats, for cats, of all types of non-surgical sterilizations, only medical (temporary) sterilization is possible. Because the cat's genital organs are located in the abdominal cavity in close proximity to other vital organs, the implementation of radiation sterilization of a cat seems to be too difficult, although not completely impossible. However, in Russia, even experiments in this area have not been carried out.

Medical sterilization of cats using the drug "Superlorin" is also not recommended, because. most likely for females it is irreversible and can lead to various complications. Other hormonal drugs used in veterinary medicine are also unsafe, but more researched.

by the most the best remedy regulating estrus in cats and used in hormonal disruptions and nymphomania in breeding cats is "Kovinan". It is injected ONLY during the period of sexual rest and, as a rule, according to the following scheme: the second injection 3 months after the first, the third - 4 months after the second, the fourth and subsequent - 5 months after the previous one. Thus, sexual rest is achieved.

Another hormonal contraceptive"Depo-Provera" is also injected during the period when there is no estrus according to the scheme: the second injection three months after the first, the third and subsequent - six months after the previous one. This drug not veterinary, but "human", and for this reason much more dangerous than "covinan". However, it is very popular because of its relative cheapness.

Recently appeared on the market new drug"Perlutex" for long delay estrus in a cat, the drug is given during the period of sexual rest, 1 tablet per week, 1 course should not exceed more than 5 months. The drug is contraindicated in animals during lactation, with diseases of the genital tract, liver, pancreas and diabetes. It is believed that "Perlutex" is the most sparing hormonal drug, but the experience of its use is small. There are also cases when cats started estrus while taking this drug.

Medical sterilization of a cat is a temporary measure intended for breeding animals suffering from debilitating estrus, as well as for cats that are contraindicated surgical intervention. Long term use hormonal drugs to regulate the sexual behavior of a cat almost always leads to pyometra and the development of cancerous tumors.

Neutering or castration of a cat

It is believed that the operation to stop the sexual function of a cat is called sterilization, and a similar operation for cats is called castration, but in fact, this is not true. With medical point neutering a cat is bandaging fallopian tubes(tubes that connect the ovaries to the uterus). With such an operation, the cat cannot become pregnant, but continues to show all the signs of sexual hunting and mating with cats. Moreover, over time, the pipes can resume their work. Castration involves the removal of either the ovaries and uterus (ovariohysterectomy) or just the ovaries (ovariectomy). So in fact, this article is about the castration of cats, but we call it what people are used to. Moreover, in fact, modern veterinarians do not bandage pipes for cats.

Cat sterilization surgery

Before surgery, cats should not be fed for 12 hours, so it will be easier for them to endure anesthesia. If a cat is suspected of having a serious helminthic invasion before sterilization, it must be dewormed. Elderly cats are also advised to do general analysis blood, ECG and general x-ray. An ECG is also mandatory for representatives of breeds predisposed to hypertrophied cardiomyopathy.

During spaying, cats either have their ovaries removed (if the cat has not given birth), or both the ovaries and uterus (if the cat has given birth) through an incision in the side wall of the abdomen. If your cat has already had estrus, then the uterus should also be cut out, otherwise signs of estrus may recur.

The operation is under general anesthesia, after it, sutures are applied (they will either have to be removed after a certain time, or asked to be sewn up with absorbable threads). The seams are closed with a special blanket so that the cat does not lick them.

The rehabilitation period after sterilization usually lasts 7-10 days.

Laparoscopic sterilization of cats

Laparoscopic spaying of cats or spaying of cats "without seams and without blankets" or "laser" spaying is a gentle and fast method of spaying cats.

During laparoscopic sterilization of a cat, the surgeon makes a small lateral incision or several punctures in abdominal wall through which it enters abdominal cavity special instruments, and then removes the ovaries (and uterus).

After laparoscopic sterilization, the cat still has a seam (very small) and you will also have to wear a blanket, otherwise the cat will lick the seam and infect. However, the rehabilitation time is reduced from 5-7 days to 1-2.

Care of a cat after sterilization

Special care for the cat after sterilization is not required. If at the clinic they gave you a cat that has not yet recovered from anesthesia, then you need to carefully take it home and put it on a bed with a diaper, because. After anesthesia, the cat may not control urination and defecation.

It is also recommended to limit the movement of the cat for several hours after sterilization, as it will have impaired coordination. Tray and bowls of food should be placed next to the cat.

Water to the cat should be given from a teaspoon little by little to prevent vomiting. But, usually, this is not required, cats recover quickly and begin to drink and eat without any problems.

Where to sterilize a cat?

You can sterilize a cat either in a veterinary clinic or at home. Best withsterilize the cat in a veterinary clinic, since at home it is not possible to provide a sufficient level of sterility and it is not possible to locate all the necessary equipment.

At home, as a last resort, it is possible to operate on cats that absolutely cannot stand the trip, and it is better to give the animal a sedative than to expose it to the danger of blood poisoning.

How much does it cost to spay a cat?

Spaying a cat is enough expensive operation. Depending on the region, the method of sterilization and the quality of the services provided by the clinic, the cost of sterilizing a cat ranges from 1500-5000 rubles, including anesthesia and necessary drugs. Removal of sutures after surgery should also be included in the total cost.

It is worth noting that in major cities volunteer centers often organize preferential castration of animals for everyone, and recently a campaign has been launched

All veterinary clinics It is recommended that cats should be spayed at a relatively early age, up to 8 months. However, it often happens that in an adult or adulthood the cat is still unsterilized. In such a situation, it is possible and even necessary to sterilize it - most often the expected benefits of the operation many times override the possible risks.

All veterinary clinics recommend spaying cats at a relatively early age, up to 8 months. However, it often happens that in adulthood or adulthood, the cat is still unsterilized. In such a situation, it is possible and even necessary to sterilize it - most often the expected benefits of the operation many times override the possible risks.

Why is it worth sterilizing a giving birth or an adult cat?

There are several reasons for this.

• Correction of unwanted behavior.
  adult cat will regularly look for a partner. Her behavior during such periods leaves much to be desired - the pet can become aggressive, run away from home, constantly meow. Sterilization completely solves this problem.
• Reducing the risk of developing dangerous diseases.
  As adults, cats may develop hormonal disorders, tumors appear internal organs, ovarian cysts, etc. It is better to sterilize in advance in order to eliminate such dangers.
• Pregnancy protection.
  Pregnancy and childbirth for a cat in adulthood can be very dangerous - the body may simply not be able to cope with the reproduction of offspring into the world. Neutering helps ensure that the cat does not become pregnant.

It is worth noting here that many owners of adult cats prefer to limit themselves to the use of special preparations that correct hormonal background. When taking them, the cat does not have rutting periods, but in the long term permanent use such medicines are fraught with the development of a number of diseases: from hormonal to oncological. Sterilization from this point of view is the safest alternative.

Features of sterilization of adult cats

The main danger is the cat's reaction to anesthesia. To minimize the risks, before the operation, it is necessary to examine the animal, take blood and urine tests, conduct an ultrasound of the internal organs, and check the condition of the heart. If the pet is generally healthy, the operation will be allowed.

Sterilization of adult and parous cats always involves complete removal uterus and ovaries. By comparison, in young animals, it is not uncommon for only the ovaries to be removed. Removing all internal reproductive organs necessary to reduce the risks of development oncological diseases in adulthood.

In order for the operation to be successful, it is important to pay special attention to the preparation for it. In no case should a cat be fed a few hours before sterilization. It is important that she does not get sick, that she feels good.

After the operation, careful care is required. In the first hours after the operation (until the end of anesthesia) it is better to leave the cat under the supervision of veterinarians. For several days, it is important to follow the diet recommended by the doctor, ensure regular suture treatment, control the behavior and well-being of the pet.

From 7-8 years old, cats can be considered "elderly", since by this time they begin to develop chronic diseases, a average duration life - 12-15 years. Castration of a cat at the age of 7 is in most cases possible and does not lead to unpleasant ones, however, a thorough diagnosis should first be carried out.

First, the doctor introduces the animal into a state. Hair is shaved off the scrotum, the skin is treated with an antiseptic. Then a small incision is made through which the surgeon gains access to the testicles. Further, the operation differs depending on the technique:

• The seminiferous tubules, which supply the testes with blood, are ligated. But the testicles themselves are not touched. They will atrophy on their own due to lack of blood and will resolve.

• The testicles are tied with a ligature as high as possible to the inguinal ring. After that, the testicles are cut off with scissors. This method gives results much faster.

Remember the main thing: only a healthy animal can be castrated. Or, if the cat is still chronically ill with something, in its most stable condition. No matter how simple castration may seem at first glance, it must be remembered that this is a surgical intervention under general anesthesia, that is serious challenge even for a completely healthy body.

Includes the following steps:

• Solve the issue with . A vaccinated cat needs to be castrated! Try to pick up the time for the operation not immediately after vaccination, as the immune system should “come to its senses”, wait at least a month.

• It is necessary to carry out. If less than a month has passed since the last “anthelmintic”, then you don’t have to worry, but if more, you will have to give anthelmintic drug unscheduled. Suitable, Kanikvantel or any other.

• Hand over analyses: general and biochemistry, urine. Pedigree animals need to undergo a heart and kidney examination. It is necessary to exclude infections, kidneys and lungs, inflammatory processes and processes.

• Before the operation, you can not give the cat to eat for 12 hours. Do not be afraid, this is a predator, so the cat tolerates significant breaks between “dinners” normally (hunting in nature can be unsuccessful). Fasting is necessary so that the pet does not vomit during the operation.

• Prepare everything you need for transportation: a warm blanket, napkins in case of "toilet troubles", veterinary passport. If it is cool outside, the animal may freeze, as the body temperature drops significantly during anesthesia.

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After operation

Put the cat to “fill up” on a bedding or mattress on the floor, where no one will disturb him, and not near the radiator. Let one of the family members be sure to be at home, as it is necessary to track the well-being of the animal.

The cat should wake up in 1-3 hours, but the next day he can still walk with a “drunk” gait, not respond to the nickname, stumble, and not notice obstacles on the way. This is normal, you can sound the alarm only with uneven, intermittent breathing. Follow this.

Place a litter box near the cat, as it may be difficult for him to go to the toilet after anesthesia. After 2-3 hours after anesthesia, the cat may want to drink, and after 5-6 hours - to eat. Therefore, a bowl of food and water should also be placed next to the animal.

Possible complications with anesthesia

During the introduction of an animal into a state of anesthesia, the following complications may occur:

• Malignant hyperthermia. Drugs can block the activity of the thermoregulatory center in the hypothalamus. In this case, there is a possibility of an uncontrolled increase in temperature, which can lead to the destruction of proteins throughout the body.

• During anesthesia, breathing is greatly slowed down. The respiratory center is located in medulla oblongata and usually continues to work under anesthesia. But with an overdose of funds, a complete stop of respiratory activity is possible.

• Many drugs depress the activity of the heart. This can lead to stagnation of blood, circulatory disorders, oxygen starvation, the formation of multiple edema.

• For normal operation many organs require a certain level of blood pressure in the vessels. With an excessively strong decrease, systemic failure of all body systems develops.

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Contraindications for surgery under general anesthesia

Any operation in which there is a surgical intervention is not complete without anesthesia. The introduction of the body into anesthesia often leaves behind a mass discomfort. There are situations when anesthesia is contraindicated. In addition, the optimal age for castration is 7-12 months of life, but not 7 years.

To find out whether an operation under anesthesia is contraindicated for a cat or not, it is necessary to undergo examinations of the whole body and find out if the patient has any diseases. First of all, they check the heart with an ECG and take urine for analysis.

If during the examination a patient is diagnosed with any disease or inflammatory process, then the veterinarian may prescribe additional tests for a more accurate assessment of the state of the organism. If the contraindication is confirmed, the operation is canceled or performed without anesthesia.

Reasons for cancellation surgical intervention can be:

• Respiratory diseases.
• Various viral infections.