Why Should I Spay or Neuter my Pet?

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Benefits With Dogs
  • Reduces the number of pets that end up in shelters
  • No messy heat cycles in females
  • No puppies to take care of
  • Males are less likely to roam or be aggressive
  • Less chance of health problems later in life
  • An unspayed female dog is 200 times more likely to get breast cancer
  • Most pets are calmer, more obedient, and more affectionate



Benefits With Cats
  • Reduces the number of pets that end up in shelters
  • Less fighting, yowling, and roaming
  • Less likely to have health problems later in life
  • Cats will live longer, happier lives
  • Less marking and spraying
  • No kittens to take care of 
  • Most pets are calmer, more obedient, and more affectionate

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