This award is presented from the Director, Army National Guard, to an ARNG individual (Soldier, Department of the Army Civilian) that exhibits excellence in support of the state safety program providing. substantially positive input impacting the overall safety culture within the state (see appendix H).
Age for neutering. Traditionally male and female cats have often been neutered at six months of age, but this is after many cats reach sexual maturity and not based on any scientific rationale. For social, health and population control reasons, it is now recommended neutering should routinely take place at around 4 months of age.
The neutering procedure involves removing the cat's testicles. Most male cats reach their sexual maturity at six months of age. Cat owners frequently complain that their kitten's behavior changes. Many begin spraying walls and furniture as they mark their territory, a common behavior at this sexually mature age.