Be a Responsible Pet Owner; Spay and Neuter
Have you had your pet spayed or neutered? When male and female puppies reach 6 months, many pet owners choose to neuter or spay their pets. Likewise, responsible pet owners always leave breeding to professionals who can follow the genetic lines. Most owners understand the many health benefits of having this procedure done for their pets.
Studies have shown pets that have been spayed or neutered usually live longer. Wouldn't you want your dog to live one to three years longer, or cat to live three to five years longer? This medical procedure offers benefits for both males and females.
With females, spaying will decrease the risk of them developing tumors of the mammary gland, ovaries, or uterus. In some cases, the possibility is eliminated entirely, especially when the procedure is done before they have matured sexually.
Males should also be neutered before they have reached sexual maturity. This will eliminate the risk of testicular cancer as well as prostate issues. Likewise, neutering will also prevent those unwanted male behaviors associated with testosterone, including urine marking, aggression, and roaming behaviors.
Both males and females will do their best to roam the streets whenever they are not neutered or spayed. The instinct to mate is strong and your female will attract male suitors into your yard, while your male will try to escape your confines to find a suitable female to mate.
Your dog's safety will be in jeopardy while he is roaming the streets. Some of the possible problems include car accidents, fights with other animals, or even getting dognapped and taken to an entirely new home. You can avoid these potential problems with a simple medical procedure.
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