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.
The mother cat can be spayed as soon as the kittens are weaned, usually when they around 10 to 12 weeks old. Some shelters will have their kittens neutered at 8 weeks - 12 weeks or 2.0 lbs also. Neutering does not make cats fat or change their personalities regardless of when it's done.