How Neutering Affects Your Pet

There are lots of rumors about how neutering affects your pet -- low energy levels, high cost and resentment being just a few. But the truth is that neutering your pet offers a multitude of benefits. Below, we outline how neutering will change your pet for the better!

1. Medical benefits

Neutering your pet can help prevent testicular cancer and prostate cancer. These diseases are fairly common in older male dogs. Having your pet neutered at a young age is a smart move in terms of keeping him healthy.

2. Behavioral improvements

According to the ASPCA, "Neutering won't affect your dog’s working abilities, friendliness, playfulness or personality." In fact, it will likely have a positive impact on your pet's testosterone-driven behaviors like urine marking and roaming.

3. Control pet overpopulation

Far too many pets are euthanized each year because they can't find a home. Neutering your pet helps control the overpopulation crisis we're experiencing here in the United States.

The experts of Berkeley Heights Animal Hospital offer dog and cat spays and neuters. We make the experience as painless as possible; your pet is given a sedative and pain management medication prior to surgery to minimize anxiety and discomfort. Learn more about our spaying and neutering services here, or give us a call at 908-464-0023.

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