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From: mmf@sdchema.UUCP
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Subject: Re: Neutering male cats
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Date: Wed, 29-Aug-84 15:43:21 EDT
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Someone mentioned that a neutered male cat is susceptible to urinary
problems.  This is an important fact to remember for anyone who has
a male cat.  Male cats in general are prone to this problem but their
chances of developing it are increased when they are neutered, fed
dry cat food or both.  The author said that these problems were rare
but should be considered.  I'm not sure how rare the problem is but
it should definitely *not* be ignored.   One of my cats has had very
serious difficulties in this area and had to have surgery twice.  We
were faced with the choice of keeping our cat or keeping our savings
account.  I wish I could say that I was the only person I know who has
actually had to face these problems but I work with two other people
who have had to face this same choice.  It isn't fun for the people to
fork out the bucks and it sure isn't fun for the cat who suffers
terribly.  If you have a male cat, especially if it is neutered, do pay
close attention to his diet and it would be a very good idea to talk
to your vet about it.