Explanation of test results: If the result of the HCV RIBA is positive, this confirms that the detection of a hepatitis C antibody (anti-HCV) was a true positive, meaning that there has been infection with hepatitis C in the past.
Kittens should be spayed or neutered when they reach sexual maturity, which is usually between four and six months of age. However a cat can be safely spayed or neutered at any age, so even older adopted cats should have this procedure. Some rescue organizations participate in a âcatch and releaseâ program where homeless cats are captured, neutered or spayed and released. This is considered more humane than euthanizing strays.
Photo: NCAimages / Shutterstock. 1  There are so many cats without homes that some shelters neuter kittens early, at 8 â 12 weeks old, so they are neutered prior to adoption. This is the only way they can guarantee that a kitten will be neutered. 2  Normally, cats are neutered at 6 â 8 months old.