Do you have a new kitten or puppy in your life? Perhaps you have an older pet, but you've been postponing getting him or her spayed or neutered due to concerns about cost or logistics? At Coastal Animal Hospital, our Kitty Hawk veterinarian can perform these pet pregnancy prevention operations affordably and according to your preferred schedule. Having your pet spayed or neutered not only prevents unwanted kittens and puppies from being born but also provides a number of health and behavioral benefits for your pet.
Benefits of Having Your Pet Spayed or Neutered
Any pet wellness routine should include having your cat or dog spayed or neutered. These simple and low-risk procedures can extend the healthy lifespan of your pet, especially for female cats and dogs. For instance, having your dog spayed in the first six months of life reduces her chances of developing a mammary tumor by 16 times compared to not having the procedure or having it after the pet's second heat. For male cats and dogs, being neutered, especially at a young age, reduces aggressive and territorial behavior.
When you spay or neuter your pet, you're also being a responsible member of your community by helping to reduce the number of stray and unwanted dogs and cats in the country. Even if your pet is an "indoor pet," it only takes one slip out the door for her to return pregnant. Plus, from an economic point of view, it's cheaper to spay or neuter your pet than to feed and care for a litter of puppies or kittens.
What to Expect with a Spay and Neuter Procedure
Spay and neuter surgeries on healthy pets are safe and straightforward. Female cats and dogs will need to spend the night at our vet clinic so the pet surgeon can monitor their condition as they come out of anesthesia. Male pets can usually return home the same day as the surgery.
Contact Coastal Animal Hospital
At Coastal Animal Hospital, our experienced pet surgeon and caring staff will treat your pet as if he or she were their own. We understand that any pet surgery, no matter how routine, is stressful for the pet caregivers. That's why we carefully explain what to expect before the surgery and address any questions or concerns you might have. If you live in the Kitty Hawk or Buxton area and are looking for a veterinarian near you, we invite you to contact Coastal Animal Hospital to schedule an appointment. We look forward to serving you and your pet.