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Why Spay and Neuter?

Easier for You

Eliminates messy “heat” cycles, the scent that attracts persistent males and the frantic pacing and crying while in heat. Usually stops males from “spraying” foul-smelling urine. Reduces the annoying and embarrassing urge of male dogs to “mount” people’s legs. Reduces aggression against other animals.

Healthier for Your Pet

Spaying female dogs and cats eliminates the problems and risks of pregnancy and birth, as well as the common problems of cancer and infection of the uterus later in life. Decreases the possibility of mammary tumors and eliminates the possibility of uterine or ovarian cancer.

Neutering male dogs and cats eliminates the urge to seek out females in heat, reducing the risks associated with free-roaming animals, as well as the chance of prostate problems and testicular tumors later in life.

Reduces the Overpopulation Problem

Every day in the United States, more than 70,000 puppies and kittens are born. When this number is compared to the 10,000 human births each day, it’s clear that there can never be enough homes for all these pets.

Eliminates Sexual Frustration

A spayed or neutered pet is a more relaxed and loyal member of your family.

Myths About Spaying and Neutering

Spaying and neutering will not make your pet fat or lazy. Too much food and not enough exercise is the main cause of obesity. Neutering will not make your cat or dog feel like less of a male. Pets don’t have any concept of sexual identity or ego. Neutering a male dog or cat will not change his basic personality. He doesn’t suffer any kind of emotional reactions or identity crisis when neutered. Simply finding a home for a puppy or a kitten does not guarantee a “good” home. Each year, 25 percent of all the pets surrendered to shelters are purebreds.

Fortunately, there is a solution to pet overpopulation. It’s a routine surgical procedure for your pet called spaying or neutering. Being a responsible pet guardian means making this important choice for your pet – a choice that saves lives.

Prevent a litter and be part of the solution to the tragedy of pet overpopulation.

In six short years, one female dog and her offspring can be the source of 67,000 puppies.

In just seven years, one female cat and her young can produce 420,000 cats.