The presence of lipstick on a male cat does not determine whether it should be sterilized. The best time for male cats to be sterilized is between 6 and 9 months of age. During this period, cats are generally fully immune, and their body resistance and physical fitness are relatively sound. It is not recommended to perform sterilization surgery when cats are too young, because cats need hormones to promote their growth and development. Male cats secrete male hormones through their testicles, and male hormones will directly affect the skeletal development of cats. Generally, cats aged 6-9 months The cat is fully grown and suitable for neutering surgery.

What should be paid attention to when male cats are sterilized:

1. Older cats need pre-operative examination. Before surgery, you need to fast for about 10 hours and water for about 8 hours.

2. After surgery, the cat needs to wear an Elizabethan ring to prevent it from licking.

3. The wound area should be kept dry and clean. You cannot eat until 8 hours after surgery.

4. Try to let it rest as much as possible, which will help the wound recover.

5. You can go to the hospital to have the sutures removed about seven days after the operation.