Does spaying a cat cause depression?

There are have been several viral pieces on the Internet over the past few weeks about whether or not spay/neutered pets may be depressed. In short – the answer is a resounding “NO!” I think.

What behavior problems are cats more likely to develop after declaw surgery?

According to research published in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, declawing increases the risk of long-term or persistent pain, manifesting as unwanted behaviors such as inappropriate elimination (soiling/urinating outside of the litter box) and aggression/biting.

What are the side effects of spaying a cat?

The potential complications include:

• Anesthetic reaction. Any individual cat can have an unexpected adverse reaction following the administration of any drug or anesthetic.
• Internal bleeding.
• Post-operative infection.

How long does it take for hormones to balance after spaying?

Activity levels may be reduced in both males and females after spaying and neutering, but this is by no means certain in all dogs. It’s important to note that males may still engage in full-testosterone male behaviors while their male sex hormone levels diminish after surgery. This can take up to six weeks.

How does a cat act after being declawed?

Your pet may be reluctant to walk around, jump up on things or act sore. Some degree of discomfort is expected. In younger cats, pain experienced after the declaw procedure should lessen within 10 days and lameness (limping) should improve within one week. In older cats, this time frame may be longer.

Does declawing a cat hurt them long term?

Behavioral problems That’s why declawing has long-lasting effects on cats. Once their claws have been removed, they can no longer perform their natural stretching and kneading rituals. They become weaker as they age and may experience debilitating arthritis in their backs and shoulders.

How do cats act after declawing?

Can cats climb after being declawed?

When and how cats climb after a declaw really depends on the cat, how long it has been since the surgery and what paws you had done. Most cats with back claws and no front claws can generally still climb pretty well. Many can still climb trees (although I DO NOT RECOMMEND ANY CATS THAT GO OUTSIDE BE DECLAWED).