Demand for automotive service technicians and mechanics is expected to grow about as fast as the average among all occupations over the 2014-2024 decade, according to the BLS. The number of jobs is expected to rise by 5% over that period, which will result in an estimated 39,100 new jobs being created. Automotive dealerships and independent automotive repair facilities will create the most job opportunities. The need for technicians will also increase with the number of vehicles on the road.
One can spay a mother as soon as the kittens or pups are weaned, (5 to 6 weeks for kittens and 4 to 5 weeks for puppies) and because of the risk of pregnancy this should be done.
Studies have shown that kittens can be spayed and neutered as early as 8 weeks of age, with no deleterious effect. Your cat, at 16 weeks of age, can be spayed with no worries at all.