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by David F. Kramer

Spaying or neutering your pet is one of the cornerstones of pet ownership in the United States.

Signs your cat needs to be neutered

ASPCA statistics place the U.S. pet cat population at anywhere between 74 and 96 million – and there may be as many as 70 million strays fending for themselves. Unfortunately, the ASPCA also estimates that 41 percent of cats who enter shelters (most of who come in as strays) cannot find a home and end up being euthanized.

Breeders, shelters and rescue groups team up with vets and their staff to stem the tide of cat overpopulation – but it’s bound to be a continuing battle for the foreseeable future.

If you find yourself with a new kitten in your household, spaying or neutering is something you’ll need to be thinking about soon.

But at what age is it appropriate to spay or neuter a cat? More importantly, why should you consider having the procedure done at all?

When to Spay or Neuter Your Cat

There is debate among veterinarians about the time to spay/neuter your cat, says Dr.

Adam Denish of Rhawnhurst Animal Hospital in Elkins Park, PA. There are three general o

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