Our cat has entered her first heat. How long does it usually last? An unpleasant side effect is that she is urinating everywhere except her box. I suppose this is to spread the word to males. Also how soon after the first heat can the cat be fixed?

You can get your spayed now it just costs a little xtra.I have a 7-8 month old & I'm late on getting her spayed.my appt is jan 22.thank god. Good luck.james

By the way.. the first heat usually last a week.but remember it will come back & back & back.get her spayed right away.ok...