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breeding should be neutered/spayed at approximately six months
old. The advantages of neutering/spaying are many. Neutered
male cats do not roam as far, therefore reducing the chances of them
being involved in road traffic accidents. Fighting amongst males
is much reduced when neutered, reducing the risk of infected wounds
through bites and the spread of disease's such as FIV (Feline
Immunodeficiency Virus) and FELV (Feline Leukaemia Virus)
An un-neutered male marks his
territory with strong smelling urine, this is called spraying. He
is liable to do this in the house as well as the garden if
un-neutered. A healthy female cat can have up to three litters of
kittens each year with 5 or 6 kittens in each litter. That means
18 good caring homes have to be found for just one cats kittens.
For people on low income, housing benefit,
senior citizens, full time students etc,
we can help with the cost of neutering/spaying your cat. Part paid
vouchers are available for people meeting this criteria. At
present a voucher can be issued with a value of £15:00 for neutering a
male cat and £20:00 for spaying a female cat. The voucher is then
given to the veterinary surgeon who will deduct the amount from your
bill. Please note: the outstanding balance is payable by
the client, not Scunthorpe & District Cats Protection
If you
live in the area our Branch covers and you
would like to find out if you qualify, please ring Helen our
neutering/spaying officer on 01724 783555 or
e-mail.
Helen
with voucher as the subject line in your e-mail. Please
state your full name, address, telephone number, postcode and what
benefits you are receiving. Also please state the age of
your cat and if it is a male or female.
We can also help with the trapping and
neutering/spaying of feral cats. We have several humane traps
which catch the cats without harming them. It is important to keep
any feral colonies of cats under control, especially with regard to
breeding as they can soon become unmanageable. If you require any
help or advice regarding feral cats please contact us using the details
given above.
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