It’s nicer to neuter!
Pet owners are advised to discuss neutering with their vet as they can help ensure that your pet is neutered at the most appropriate time for its breed, age, and weight.
Animals do not understand family boundaries, meaning that in-breeding can occur. This often leads to birth defects. Neutering can bring many health benefits to your pets, helping them to lead happier, healthier lives.
Cats
Did you know that female cats (queens) can get pregnant as young as four months old? Any queen becoming pregnant at such a young age can put both her health and that of her kittens at risk.
- Unneutered cats are much more likely to stray, fight and become injured, causing distress to both cat and owner.
- Neutering can reduce cancer risks for cats, and greatly reduce unwanted scent or urine spraying, as well as reducing the spread of FeLV/FIV amongst the cat population.
Dogs
Your vet will advise on the timing of neutering based on the breed, age, and weight of your dog.
- It will reduce the risk of your dog straying and becoming injured.
- Neutering also reduces urine marking behaviour, the risk of pyometra, phantom pregnancies, and testicular cancer.
Small furries
Owners of rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, and any other small pets should speak with their vet about neutering.
- It can reduce the risk of aggressive behaviour by the males, and the stress caused to the females.
- It can also reduce the risk of cancer and help prevent unwanted scent marking.
