Spay and Neuter

• Prevents unwanted pregnancies
• Eliminates the risk of ovarian and uterine tumors
• Remove the possibility of uterine infections

We recommend spaying your dog between 5 and 15 months, ideally at 3-6 months, before their first heat, depending on your dog’s breed. However, there are times when we recommend waiting. Our veterinarians can give you an individualized recommendation at a pre-operative appointment that takes lifestyle, breed, previous medical history, and estimated adult size into consideration.  

We recommend spaying your cat around 5 months of age. However, there are exceptions. Our veterinarians can give you an individualized recommendation at a pre-operative appointment.

Spaying is a major surgery that requires 7-10 days recovery time and may include medication; lethargy is common for the first couple days following the procedure. Your pet should wear a cone or surgical suit to keep from licking the incision site.

• Prevents unwanted reproduction.
• Placates the animal, reducing aggressive behavior and decreasing dominant tendencies.
• Reduces roaming and spraying (territory marking).
• Eliminates the risk of testicular and prostate tumors.

We recommend neutering your dog between 5 and 15 months, ideally at 4-6 months, depending on your dog’s breed. Our veterinarians can give you an individualized recommendation at a pre-operative appointment that takes lifestyle, breed, previous medical history, and estimated adult size into consideration

Although less invasive than spaying, neutering is still a major medical procedure that requires some recovery time. Following the procedure your pet will be sleepy from the anesthesia, this lethargy may last a couple days. Medication may be administered to combat pain. Owners must prevent the animal from licking or biting the incision to reduce the risk of infection with a cone or surgical suit.