“Neutering” refers to the surgical removal of the reproductive glands (testes) of the male animal. We typically recommend this procedure when your pet reaches approximately 6 months of age. We do recommend neutering older intact (un-neutered) males who are in good health, given the multiple health benefits that neutering provides. Neutering male cats and dogs contributes to the prevention of overpopulation. It decreases the chances of developing diseases of the prostate, and elimniates the risk of testicular cancer. Neutering your male dog or cat reduces inappropriate urination and spraying/marking behaviors, and may also alleviate problems with territorial and sexual aggression.
Your pet will be gently placed under general anesthesia, using the safest anesthetic protocols. A skilled surgical technician will closely monitor his vital signs throughout the procedure, via EKG, pulse oximetry, and blood pressure measurement. Although the risk of anesthetic emergencies in a healthy pet is very rare, our monitoring devices and procedures allow us to respond to an emergency quickly. Pain management begins intraoperatively and is continued at home while your pet is healing. Please call or visit our hospital to learn more about your pet’s neuter.
