Early surgical neutering

Question 1

Give 5 reasons why feline neutering is indicated

Answer 1

Population control - too many cats not enough homes
Reduce risks with pregnancy, parturition and lactation etc
Limits spread of infectious disease e.g., FIV and feline leukemia
limit repro disease e.g., mammary tumours and pyometra
Reduce unwanted behaviours e.g., urine spraying

Question 2

At what age do cats become sexually active?

Answer 2

4 mnths

Question 3

What is in the ‘Quad’?

Answer 3

medetomidine, buprenorphine, midazolam, ketamine

Question 4

What is the benefit of having midazolam in the ‘Quad’?

Answer 4

dose saving effect - reduces amount of medetomidine and other anaesthetic agents
Amnesic effect
appetite stimulant

Question 5

What are the advantages of midline approach over flank in cats?

Answer 5

better exposure:
- pick up uterine abnormalities easier
- can see cervix

Question 6

What are the advantages of the flank approach over midline in cats?

Answer 6

flank incision easier to monitor
smaller incision

Question 7

What is the risk of stump pyometras in cats?

Answer 7

low

Question 8

Are early neuters more prone to obesity?

Answer 8

No
Neutered cats may be more likely to be obese due to their lower calorie requirements, owners are unaware of this and therefore tend to overfeed

Question 9

Are cat’s testicles descended at birth?

Answer 9

Yes