What You Need to Know about Spaying and Neutering

At Preventive Paws Spay Center in Mt Arlington, NJ, we offer a full range of veterinary services. However, as our name suggests, we specialize in providing spay/neuter surgery to our community. Our team believes that this common procedure/surgery is not only a step toward the overall health and safety of your pet, but it's good for the community. Spaying and neutering ensures that animals will not become pregnant and put more strain on already overpopulated shelters. Read on for more information on these common surgeries.

What Is Spaying and Neutering Surgery?

The primary goal of both surgeries is to prevent reproduction. Spaying is the surgical removal of the female's uterus and ovaries. Neutering is the surgical removal of the male testes. Both surgeries require the use of anesthesia. After removal of the organs, the incision will be stitched and the pet will be monitored for some time afterward to help ensure all is well. He will then be released to you owner with pain medication and instructions on how to care for your pet as he recovers.

Are There Other Benefits to Spay/Neuter?

In addition to preventing litters, spaying and neutering offer different benefits to your pet. The procedure may help improve your pet’s overall behavior, health, and safety. First, those pesky mating behaviors like howling, crying, roaming, spraying, and inappropriate urination may be reduced or eliminated.

There are also several health benefits that spayed and neutered animals enjoy as opposed to their “non-fixed” counterparts. The risk of uterine and ovarian cancer is eliminated in females and testicular cancer is eliminated in males. The risk of mammary cancer also drops significantly. Overall, pets that are spayed or neutered enjoy healthier and longer lives.

Get Veterinary Care and Spay/Neuter Procedure/Surgery from a Veterinarian Near You

If you live in the Mt Arlington, NJ, area and need a veterinarian near you for spay and neutering services, feel free to give us a call. Our staff can help you make an appointment and answer any questions you might have. Call us Preventive Paws Spay Center at (973)-513-7887 for veterinary care and spay/neuter procedure/surgery from a veterinarian near you.