5 Reasons to Spay or Neuter Your Cat or Dog

Choosing to spay or neuter your pet may be the "single best decision you make for his long-term welfare," advises the Humane Society of the United States. Having your pet spayed or neutered can improve his health, decrease rowdy behavior and reduce pet care costs.

Keep reading for five reasons to spay or neuter your cat or dog:

1. Improved health

This is especially true in female dogs. The ASPCA reports that spaying can help prevent fatal diseases and conditions like uterine infections and breast cancer.

2. Decreased rowdiness 

Dogs that aren't neutered tend to be more assertive and inclined to urinate in an effort to mark their territory. It can even happen with female dogs! Spaying or neutering your pet can decrease and even eliminate this behavior.

3. Lower costs

The amount we charge to spray or neuter your pet is far less than the cost of caring for a litter of puppies or kittens! You'll also save by not having to worry about reproductive system cancers.

4. Fewer homeless pets

It's estimated that in the U.S. alone, 6-8 million homeless animals enter shelters each year. The horrible truth is that most shelter animals that aren't adopted end up being euthanized.

5. It's good for the community

Stray animals can wreak havoc on a community. Preying on wildlife and scaring children are just a couple of ways they disturb the peace.

We at Berkeley Heights Animal Hospital recommend you spay or neuter your pet at six months of age. To learn about our process, click here. You can also give us a call at 908-464-0023 to learn more or schedule an appointment for your furry friend!

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