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CHAPTER V 

 Neuter Cats 



A male cat neutered, is by far the most suc- 

 cessful to have as a pet; they grow much larger 

 than the female or male, are as a rule in good 

 coat and also quieter than the male; can be 

 kept in the house as there is no odor attached 

 to them. They should be neutered between the 

 age of six to ten months, if increased size is the 

 object. For stay-at-home purposes and in- 

 offensiveness, it can be performed at any 

 period. The female is sometimes neutered, 

 but as I consider this operation (except when 

 necessary by disease) inhuman and extremely 

 cruel, I do not recommend it. The neutered 

 cat can be exhibited at shows, but of course can 

 not compete for championships. Some of our 

 most beautiful specimens in our shows are the 

 Neuters, as they are usually in good coat and 

 are of great size. 



Neuters are inclined to be a little lazy after 

 they are full grown, so care should be taken in 

 their feeding. No cereals or fattening foods, 

 and after the age of three years, very small 

 meals, only once or twice a day should be given. 

 The neuter will attain greater age if not over- 

 fed. 



