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Is 4 months too young to neuter male kittens? What's the ideal age?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 21 days old

I actually have 3 cats who are 4 months old and all males is 4 months too young to have them neutered?

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Answered By Elva Ma DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 2nd, 2018

Hello, and thank you for your question. Between the ages of 4-6 months would be the ideal time to get your boys neutered, so you are safe to do so at any time! I hope this helps, and that your kittens and happy and healthy!

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