 Doris Day Animal League Benefits of Spaying Female Dogs & Cats: No heat cycles, therefore males will not be attracted to altered females. Less desire to roam. Risk of mammary gland tumors, ovarian and/or uterine cancer is reduced or eliminated, especially if done before the first heat cycle. Reduces number of unwanted cats/kittens/dogs/puppies. Helps dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives. Source: Spay USA Benefits of Neutering Male Dogs and Cats: Reduces or eliminates the risk of spaying and marking. Less desire to roam, therefore less likely to be injured in fights or auto accidents. Risk of testicular cancer is eliminated, and decreases incidence of prostate disease. Reduces number of unwanted kittens, cats, dogs and puppies. Decreases aggressive behavior, including dog bites. Helps dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives. Source: Spay USA | Myths MYTH: My pet will get fat and lazy. FACT: The truth is that most pets get fat and lazy because their owners feed them too much and don't give them enough exercise. Ultimately, it is up to you to monitor your pet's weight and adjust your pet's food accordingly. MYTH: It's better to have one litter first. FACT: Medical evidence indicates just the opposite. In fact, the evidence shows that females spayed before their first heat are typically healthier. Many veterinarians now sterilize dogs and cats as young as eight weeks of age. Check with your veterinarian about the appropriate time for these procedures. MYTH: My children should experience the miracle of birth. FACT: Even if children are able to see a pet give birth, which is unlikely, since it usually occurs at night and in seclusion, the lesson they will really learn is that animals can be created and discarded as it suits adults. Instead, it should be explained to children that the real miracle is life and that preventing the birth of some pets can save the lives of others. MYTH: But my pet is a purebred. FACT: So is at least one out of every four pets brought to animal shelters around the country. There are just too many dogs and cats both mixed breed and purebred. MYTH: I want my dog to be protective. FACT: Spaying or neutering does not affect a dog's natural instinct to protect home and family. A dog's personality is formed more by genetics and environment than by sex hormones. MYTH: I don't want my male dog or cat to feel like less of a male. FACT: Pets don't have any concept of sexual identity or ego. Neutering will not change a pet's basic personality. He doesn't suffer any kind of emotional reaction or identity crisis when neutered. MYTH: It's too expensive to have my pet spayed or neutered. FACT: Thankfully the cost of spaying or neutering at Mid-South Spay & Neuter Services is affordable. But whatever the actual price, spay or neuter surgery is a one-time, small cost when compared to all the benefits including the cost of having a litter. It is a very small price to pay for the health of your pet and the prevention of future births and more unwanted pets. MYTH: I'll find good homes for all the puppies and kittens. FACT: You may find homes for all of your pet's litter. But each home you find means one less home for the dogs and cats in shelters who need good homes. Also, in less than one year's time, each of your pet's offspring may have his or her own litter, adding even more animals to the population. |
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