Although abandonment of adult dogs and cats is a serious problem, the most tragic part of this problem is the population explosion caused by irresponsible breeding that produces millions of unwanted puppies and kittens. This is a needless tragedy. Spaying and neutering your pet not only prevents unwanted litters from being born, your pet will actually be happier and healthier following these simple surgeries. An incision in the midline abdomen is made and both ovaries and the uterus are removed. The incision is sutured and the patient is sent to a recovery room while the anesthesia wears off.
Most animals are ready to go home the next day.
Male animals are neutered by excising the scrotal skin and removing the testicle and spermatic cord. For the squeamish, remember that the animal is anesthetized and when he wakes up, he usually bounces back quickly, never realizing what he s missing. Other than the obvious benefit of preventing the birth of unwanted litters, spaying and neutering creates healthier, more contented pets. Neutering lessens the risks of prostate problems and testicular cancer. Your male pets, no longer hearing the call of the wild , won t fight and roam as much in quest of a mate.