Are you wondering if you should have your dog spayed or neutered? Not sure what to expect from this kind of dog surgery? Having this done helps with pet population control and benefits your furry friend!
Are you looking for a veterinarian near you? At Carolina Crossing Veterinary Clinic in Benson, NC, we offer dog spaying and dog neutering. Our animal clinic also performs other kinds of dog and cat surgery. We offer cat neutering and cat spaying for your feline friend!
How Do These Procedures Benefit Dogs?
They offer important health and behavioral benefits for male and female dogs, including:
• Reduced risk of reproductive cancers, like uterine cancer and testicular cancer
• Lower risk for uterine infections in female dogs
• Lower healthcare costs for you
• Reduced risk of wandering from home and/or marking territory
• Stops heat cycles from occurring in female dogs
What Happens When a Dog Is Spayed or Neutered?
Having a female dog spayed involves removing the ovaries and/or uterus. For male dogs, neutering involves removing the testes.
Is Spaying and Neutering Safe?
These are common surgeries we do at our animal clinic. Your dog will be under anesthesia for the procedure, but we keep a close eye on all of our patient’s vital signs during and after surgery! When your pet wakes up, we make sure it is in good shape.
When Should Dogs Be Neutered or Spayed?
You can talk to our vet about the right time to have this procedure done. Some puppies can be spayed or neutered when they’re several weeks old. You can have adult dogs undergo this surgery, too.
What Should I Expect During Recovery?
Healing from this procedure doesn’t usually take a long time, but you’ll need to ensure your dog has a safe and healthy recovery. We’ll give you instructions for this, such as doing the following:
• Checking incisions for signs of infection, like redness or discharge
• Having your dog wear an e-collar to prevent biting or scratching incisions
• Restricting physical activity
• Offering a quiet area to rest and recover
Visit Our Animal Clinic for Dog Spaying and Neutering in Benson, NC
Need a veterinarian near you? We can help! Call (919) 934-7729 for an appointment at Carolina Crossing Veterinary Clinic for dog neutering or spaying. Have a feline friend? We also offer cat surgery, including cat spaying and cat neutering!