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Is it safe to wait to neuter my male cat? What are the risks?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Male | unneutered | 6 months old | 4.85 lbs

Hi! Is it ok to wait another few months to neuture pelly? Will he get any health issues with neuturing after sexual maturation?( he lives inside home no chance to escape or meet female cats)

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on July 25th, 2019

It will not hurt to wait to neuter Pelly another couple months but he may begin spraying in the house. Spraying is a way that cats mark their territory and once they go through puberty, this is normal behavior. It is generally recommended to neuter kittens by six months of age to avoid this. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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