The Benefits Of Neutering Your Pet (Part 2)

Evidence that neutering is effective but safe is that the S.P.C.A. actually neuters all older cats and dogs that are adopted.

Studies have shown that there are real benefits to neutering. With females, spaying the dog or cat before six months (or its first heat), greatly decreases the probability of cancer (breast) in later years. Breast cancer has a large death rate, with ninety percent for cats, 50 percent for dogs, so early prevention by neutering is very significant.

As well, the risk of cancer (uterine) in cats and dogs also increases, unless spaying is done.

Neutering may be performed early, at around six months. The procedure can be an overnight event or same day (dependent on the veterinarian’s policy), and there may need to be a second trip to remove any stitches. Talk to your veterinarian for further details.

While we can view the neutering of a dog or cat with a little worry, it is a loving thing to get done for your dog or cat, allowing them to have a better life, and likely a longer one.

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