A high percentage of mammary tumors are malignant, and if allowed to spread to the animal's lungs or bones, they can be fatal, he added. With a spayed female, you avoid these risks. Neutering males helps prevent testicular tumors and most prostate problems, Langston said. It also decreases the chances of dogs roaming and fighting. Sterile pets not only have a greater life expectancy, but they also make better pets for families.
Sterile pets become calmer, more content and more affectionate.
The specialist said neutering male pets also makes them less aggressive toward other male animals and less distracted by females in heat. This makes pets less likely to stray away from home looking for a mate. Spaying female pets eliminates inconveniences for pet owners. Females in heat attract unwanted male dogs. Sterilizing females helps avoid these problems and any caused by unwanted pregnancies.