Spaying is a surgical procedure performed in female animals that involves the removal of the ovaries and uterus and requires general anesthesia. We follow strict protocols and continually monitor your pet’s vital signs to help ensure her safety. Please see the descriptions under Anesthesia and Patient Monitoring for more information on what we do to keep your pet safe. Spaying your pet has many benefits. The procedure prevents female animals from becoming pregnant and reproducing, can help your dog or cat live a longer, healthier life. Spaying will not change your pet’s personality.
By spaying your female pet, you’re protecting her against potentially deadly diseases, including bacterial infections, reproductive tract diseases, and several types of cancer. This means avoiding the mess that often accompanies the heat cycle in female dogs and the pacing and crying that happens with female cats. In addition, spaying your pet helps reduce overpopulation, and keeps more animals out of shelters.
To set up an appointment to have your pet spayed or to learn more about this procedure, contact us. If you are struggling with the decision of whether to spay your pet, please call us so that we can discuss your concerns.
