This attitude is changing, and neutering of kittens as early as eight weeks old is becoming more acceptable among veterinarians. Neutering is a simpler and faster procedure than spaying. The testicles are removed through a small incision in each scrotal sac after general anesthesia is induced. Preoperative and postoperative care is as described above under Spaying. Most cats can be sent home the same day.
Recovery is uneventful.
However, it may take up to a month for the male behaviors to stop, particularly in an older male. This is because hormones in the body dissipate slowly. Although relatively rare, some males may have residual behavior problems after this period. A common myth about neutering is that it will change the cat's basic personality. In reality, he won't suffer any emotional reaction or identity crisis as a result of neutering.