Spay or neuter your pet today so they will live longer, be healthier, and help to prevent unwanted pets from being euthanized at our city animal shelters.
One of the most effective ways to decrease pet overpopulation is to increase the number of
spayed or neutered pets in our community.
You won't have to care for unwanted litters and you will spend less money providing medical treatment for your pets
since spayed or neutered pets also have fewer health problems.
Ask your veterinarian when to
best spay or neuter your pet, based on their breed and lifestyle, and how to mitigate the risk of unintended breeding in the meantime.
About three out of four owned pets are neutered, even though the cost
of spaying or neutering a pet is less than the cost of raising puppies or kittens for one year.
Remember to reduce the recommended caloric intake by approximately 25 percent
for spayed or neutered pets to maintain an appropriate weight.
Some people are hesitant to
spay or neuter their pet because they have concerns about possible side effects of the surgery, or because they have some misconceptions about the aftermath.
Consult with your veterinarian about the most appropriate time to
spay or neuter your pet based upon his / her breed, age and physical condition.