Providing Routine Spay and Neuter Services in Plant City, FL
Spay and neuter surgeries are an important step for keeping pets healthy, and a foolproof way to prevent unwanted litters. We take a personalized approach to spaying and neutering, because we understand that every pet is different. Wherever your pet happens to be in their journey through life, our team will work with you to decide on the best time to have them spayed or neutered. While these are routine surgeries we perform frequently, we always go above and beyond in taking precautions to ensure safety and maximize patient comfort.
If you have any reservations about spaying or neutering your pet, or want to consult with us about scheduling your pet’s surgery, contact us today.
or give us a call at (813) 752-3073
The Benefits of Spay and Neuter Surgeries
for Dogs and Cats
Preventing pregnancies and litters is the basis for spaying and neutering pets, but there are other noteworthy benefits, too. Having your dog or cat undergo surgery at the proper time can reduce their risk for some diseases, which are listed below.
Females
- Ovarian cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Uterine cancer
- Pyometra (uterine infection)
Males
- Testicular cancer
- Prostate cancer
- Perianal adenoma
What is the Best Timeline
for Spaying/Neutering My Pet?
Every pet is unique, and deserves treatment that accommodates their specific needs. With spay and neuter surgeries, we have to be mindful of your pet’s breed, age, development, and other factors. Spaying or neutering too soon—or too late—can leave your pet vulnerable to health problems. This is especially true for large dog breeds. Golden Retrievers, Labradors, Rottweilers, and Great Danes are just a few breeds that need to wait until they are a year old (or possibly older) to be spayed and neutered.
Why the delay? Larger dog breeds need more time to finish growing, and their growth is directly influenced by their sex hormones. Interfering with this process can affect your pet’s growth rate and possibly lead to poor joint development.
On the other hand, spaying or neutering your pet (regardless of breed) much later in life can leave them vulnerable to reproductive disease.
Want to find out when your pet can be spayed or neutered? Contact us today at (813) 752-3073 to schedule a consultation with your vet.