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Why Spay or Neuter  ?                                                                                                       

Some there is just too much of a good thing…then there’s a problem.   In the case of dogs and cats, the problem is pet overpopulation.

Each year between ten to twelve million dogs and cats are euthanized simply because there are not enough homes.

Only the most “fortunate make it to a NO KILL shelter, where they are placed in forever homes.

Females are spayed, males are neutered.

  • It’s just as important to neuter males as it is to spay females.

  • Spaying and neutering are safe, simple surgeries that stop animals from      breeding.

  • There is theoretically no limit to the number of offspring male dogs and cats can produce.

  • Spaying and neutering reduces or eliminates the risk of certain types of cancers.

  • Spaying and neutering often eliminates undesirable behaviors such as fighting, spraying, and roaming.

  • Animals DO NOT become less protective of their guardians as a result of being spayed or neutered.

  • Spaying and neutering is as vital to your pet’s overall well being as routine physical examinations, good nutrition, grooming, playtime, and love.

  • In six years one female dog and her offspring can produce 67,000 puppies.

What do “spay” and “neuter” really mean?

  • Female dogs and cats 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

  • Spaying and neutering helps dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives.
  • Spaying and neutering can eliminate or reduce the incidence of a number of health problems that can be very difficult or expensive to treat.
  • Spaying 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.
  • Neutering eliminates testicular cancer and decreases the incidence of prostate disease.

Spaying or Neutering Is Good for You

  • Spaying and neutering makes pets better, more affectionate companions.
  • Neutering cats makes them less likely to spray and mark territory.
  • Spaying a dog or cat 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.
  • Unsterilized animals often exhibit more behavior and temperament problems than do those who have been spayed or neutered.
  • Spaying and neutering can make pets less likely to bite.
  • Neutering makes pets less likely to roam the neighborhood, run away, or get into fights.

Spaying and Neutering Are Good for the Community

  • Communities spend millions of dollars to control unwanted animals.
  • Irresponsible breeding contributes to the problem of dog bites and attacks.
  • Animal shelters are overburdened with surplus animals.
  • Stray 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.
  • Some stray animals also scare away or kill birds and wildlife.

Spay or neuter surgery carries a one-time cost that is relatively small when one considers its benefits.

It’s a small price to pay for the health of your pet and the prevention of more unwanted animals.

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