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Why Is It Important to Spay or Neuter Your Pet?

9/10/2021

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PictureWhy Is It Important to Spay or Neuter Your Pet?
As exciting as bringing a new pet home can be, the process can be overwhelming. There are interviews to complete and papers to fill out. On top of this, you need to prepare your home for your new kitten or puppy. So, when it comes time to spay and neuter a pet, it can be difficult to motivate yourself to do one more thing, especially when it can seem painful to your pet. This is why many people hesitate to spay or neuter their pets.

But unpleasant as it seems, there’s more than one reason to go through this important step. If you have found yourself asking, “Why is it important to spay or neuter your pet?” we have the answers.

Avoid Unwanted Pet Litters

People are often hesitant to spay or neuter their animals because it can seem cruel to remove any opportunity for your pet to have kittens or puppies later.

However, litters can range from one to twelve, and most households can’t handle that many pets. Despite our best intentions, many of our pets’ kittens or puppies will end up in already overcrowded shelters, or worse. They could wind up on the streets. Ultimately, it’s often more humane to spay and neuter.

Protect Against Health Problems

Another argument some pet owners may bring up is the idea of putting their pets through unneeded discomfort. But one of the reasons spaying and neutering your pet is so important is that the operation, though small, can prevent worse health issues later.

For female pets, spaying can prevent cancerous breast tumors and uterine infections. For males, it prevents prostate issues and testicular cancer. In fact, one study found that the lifespan of spayed and neutered animals was longer than those that didn’t undergo the operations.

Manage Behaviors

Animals that people don’t spay or neuter tend to exhibit several behaviors that, although natural, can be challenging to live with as a pet owner. Here are some examples:

  • “Marking territory” around the house
  • Attempting to escape to find a mate
  • Yowling in the middle of the night when in heat
  • Displaying aggressive behaviors

Spaying and neutering usually help reduce or eliminate these behaviors, especially when done earlier. However, your pet’s personality won’t change significantly.

It’s the Law

Here in Los Angeles County—as in many areas across the country—the law states that pet owners must have all dogs and cats spayed or neutered at four months of age. Exceptions to this law include:

  • Animals used for law enforcement
  • Competition animals
  • Service animals
  • Animals that can’t undergo spaying or neutering without bodily harm
  • Animals that people with breeding permits own

If your pet doesn’t fall under these categories, you can face a fine of up to 500 dollars.

Fortunately, the operation is relatively simple for both you and your pet. For your animals, recovery time is around 10 to 14 days. You just need to make an appointment with a spay and neuter clinic. We’ll ensure your animal receives the best care at the Animal Medical Center of the Antelope Valley. So, contact us today.

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10/14/2021 07:30:55 am

I'm planning on getting a dog, and I want to make sure that I can keep them healthy. I didn't know that spaying could be so helpful for a dog's health! That's definitely something worth looking into for me.

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11/2/2021 11:41:13 pm


I like how you mentioned that animals that are not neutered tend to exhibit several behaviors that can be challenging to live with. My cousin mentioned to me last night that she wants her pet to be neutered to reduce unwanted behaviors and asked if I have any idea what is the best option to do. Thanks to this informative article and I'll be sure to tell her that she can consult a trusted animal hospital as they can answer all her inquiries.

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I had no idea that, as you mentioned, pets are really good at hiding any pain they may be feeling. Also, like you said, preventing a problem is way easier then fixing one. I am not sure the last time my dog went in for a physical. I should probably get him in, and checked up to make sure everything is all good.

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12/6/2021 03:02:40 pm

I agree that litters can end up on the street. So having my cat spayed is probably the best idea. That way innocent kittens don't have to suffer.

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4/18/2022 07:08:52 am

Thank you for pointing out that neutering my pet can actually prevent worse health issues later on. Before I read your information, I did not know that the lifespan of neutered animals is longer than those who are not neutered. We just got a male puppy over the weekend. He is healthy and a very free spirit. We want him to remain so. We will call on a veterinary service to find out the details for neutering as soon as possible.

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But one of the reasons spaying and neutering your pet is so important is that the operation, though small, can prevent worse health issues later. Thank you, amazing post!

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10/4/2022 09:59:37 am

Last week, my older sister couldn't find her cat for a couple of days until he came back in the middle of the night, so we think he might've found a cat in heat or something. That's why I think my sister should read your insight about spaying or neutering our pets before her cat gets lost again. Thanks for the advice on controlling your pet's bad behaviors during its heat process.

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