Desexing a female cat by removal of the female reproductive organs (ovaries, oviducts, uterus), sometimes spelt "speying"

an operation that stops a female animal from getting pregnant

An operation to remove a female cat's womb and ovaries, spaying is simple, painless and safe. If left untreated, a female cat can produce over 20,000 descendants in five years. A spayed female is more settled and contented.