Please be a responsible Pet Guardian - spay/neuter your companion animal!
Unless your dog or cat is a purebred you intend to breed, spaying or neutering is a must because the 10 minutes that your dog got out of the yard or your cat got out the door can mean adding to the over-population of companion animals in Oakland County and makes our job of becoming a No More Homeless Pets County more difficult. Spaying or neutering your pet is a great contribution toward helping reduce the number of unwanted pets euthanized each year.
Spaying
Spaying is the removal of the ovaries and the uterus from a female dog or cat. Since female pets mature sooner than males, spaying should be done before the first heat cycle. The operation will eliminate heat cycles and may contribute to a longer life for your pet by reducing or eliminating the chance of certain health problems.
An un-spayed pet has an increased risk of:
- uterine infections,
- mammary tumors, and
- other health problems.
Un-spayed females may:
- exhibit unusual behavior, and
- wanderlust during their heat cycles.
Neutering
Neutering of male dogs is the surgical removal of the testicles, also known as castration. Neutering is a relatively safe procedure. It is best to consult with your veterinarian about the best age to neuter your pet.
Neutering can help:
- calm your pet,
- make him less likely to roam, and
- help reduce his risk of developing prostate infections or prostate cancer.
Learn more about the subject by checkout out:
The Myths
Why Spay/Neuter
The Procedure
Behavioral Benefits of Neutering
Friends of Animals
(800) 321-PETS (7387)
http://www.friendsofanimals.org
