Expert: Becky - 12/31/2005

Question
I am new to cat ownership at 40 years old.  I found a little stray hanging around my driveway and crying a lot.  After a few days of attention and love in the yard, I brought her in my home.  She has been to the vet and she is a healthy girl.

I want to know about spaying... She is not now, nor will she ever again be an outside cat.  She will also be my only cat even though I think she is just fantastic.  I am not worried at all about pregnancy.  I am however worried about other health complications if I don't have her spayed.  What is your opinion about spaying vs. non-spaying when considering an inside, single cat?

Thank you! :)

Answer
Hi Macie,

I would definitely recommend spaying your cat.  Even though she stays inside, she will still go through a heat cycle that can be quite annoying.  But most important, by having her spayed, it will help prevent medical problems such as cysts, ovarian and uterine cancer.  She will be a much better pet if she is fixed.

God Bless,
Becky