Why Does My Pet Need To Be Spayed or Neutered?

One of the most common surgical procedures that pets go through is getting fixed. By spaying or neutering your pet, you help avoid adding to the millions of homeless pets that are in shelters and on the streets all over the United States. When pets aren’t fixed, there is a high risk that the population can continue to get out of hand and add to the homelessness crisis. There are also some key benefits to getting your pet fixed:

• Spaying can help prevent uterine infections and breast tumors and help your female pet live a longer life.
• A neutered dog won’t get testicular cancer and prostate problems.
• Your male dog will be better behaved and not mount other dogs and objects once he’s been neutered.
• Your dog will be less aggressive towards other dogs. 
• Spaying and neutering are cost-effective solutions to the homelessness problem affecting pets across the nation.  

For dogs, you want to consider getting them fixed between six and nine months of age. Young puppies are still developing their internal organs so it’s important to give them some time before getting the dogs fixed. Cats can get fixed as young as eight weeks old. Many animal shelters will have performed surgery prior to adoption. Prior to surgery, be sure to schedule a consultation with your veterinarian to get the proper guidance regarding spaying and neutering surgery.

Get Your Pet Fixed At Rye Hill Veterinary Center

Looking to get your pet fixed? Visit Rye Hill Veterinary Center in the Fort Smith area. Our veterinary clinic understands the importance of long-term connections and boasts a number of loyal employees and patients. Every time you enter our doors, you’ll see a friendly and familiar face ready to welcome you to our clinic. Our excellence in customer service and patient care will make you feel appreciated and cared for throughout your time in our office. No matter your reason for a visit, we will make sure to care for your cat or dog with the same level of compassion and concern we’d show our own pets. Contact us to schedule an appointment!