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Why spay or neuter your canine?

 

What do "spay" and "neuter" really mean?

Female dogs are spayed by removing their reproductive organs, and male dogs and cats are neutered by removing their testicles. In both cases the operation is performed while the pet is under anesthesia. Depending on your pet's age, size, and health, he or she will stay at your veterinarian's office for a few hours or a few days. Depending upon the procedure, your pet may need stitches removed after a few days. Your veterinarian can fully explain spay and neuter procedures to you and discuss with you the best age at which to sterilize your pet.

Spaying or Neutering Is Good for Your Pet

bulletSpaying and neutering helps dogs live longer, healthier lives.
bulletSpaying and neutering can eliminate or reduce the incidence of a number of health problems that can be very difficult or expensive to treat.
bulletSpaying eliminates the possibility of uterine or ovarian cancer and greatly reduces the incidence of breast cancer, particularly when your pet is spayed before her first estrous cycle.
bulletNeutering eliminates testicular cancer and decreases the incidence of prostate disease.

Spaying or Neutering Is Good for You

bulletSpaying and neutering makes pets better, more affectionate companions.
bulletSpaying a dog eliminates her heat cycle. Estrus lasts an average of six to 12 days, often twice a year, in dogs and an average of six to seven days, three or more times a year, in cats. Females in heat can cry incessantly, show nervous behavior, and attract unwanted male animals.
bulletUnsterilized animals often exhibit more behavior and temperament problems than do those who have been spayed or neutered.
bulletSpaying and neutering can make pets less likely to bite.
bulletNeutering makes pets less likely to roam the neighborhood, run away, or get into fights.

Spaying and Neutering Are Good for the Community

bulletIrresponsible breeding contributes to the problem of dog bites and attacks.
bulletAnimal shelters are overburdened with surplus animals.
bulletStray pets and homeless animals get into trash containers, defecate in public areas or on private lawns, and frighten or anger people who have no understanding of their misery or needs.
bulletSome stray animals also scare away or kill birds and wildlife.
 

 

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