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Neutering Your Pet

When it comes to neutering your cat or dog, choose a team you can trust

Knowing when or why to neuter your pet can be confusing, with all sorts of conflicting advice online and on the high street.

 

The truth is, every breed is different. A FREE Adolescent Pet Check with one of our fully qualified team will give you the reassurance you need.

 

We offer a pre neuter check with one of our fully trained staff. Book a check at your local practice and they will be able to discuss the health, behavioural and social benefits of neutering your pet.

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Benefits of Neutering Your Pet

The health, behavioural and social benefits of neutering your cat or dog include:

  • Preventing unwanted pregnancies
  • Reducing roaming and marking
  • Increase your pet’s lifespan 
  • Reduce the risk of mammary tumours (breast cancer)
  • Help prevent infection of the uterus (which can be fatal)

Got Questions About Neutering?

Still worried about neutering?

We have put together a definitive list of FAQs when it comes to neutering your pet

Dog Neutering FAQs
Cat Neutering FAQs

What Does Castration, Neutering and Spaying Mean?

Bitch Spaying (Female Dogs)

Traditionally, spaying involves the surgical removal of the whole reproductive tract (ovaries and uterus), however we’re proud to offer a less invasive procedure for younger dogs.

By removing just the ovaries, it has been shown to retain the same health benefits as traditional spaying but with reduced postoperative discomfort for your dog.

We also offer laparoscopic bitch spays which is a less invasive 'keyhole' standard spay.

Castration (Neutering Male Dogs)

This is the surgical removal of the testicles under general anaesthesia. It is performed via a small incision and buried sutures are used to reduce irritation.

Cat Neutering

For female cats this involves the surgical removal of the ovaries and uterus (the reproductive tract) through a small incision on their flank. It is performed under general anaesthesia and there are buried sutures used to close the incision.

For male cats it is the surgical removal of the testicles under general anaesthesia.

Choose Scarsdale Vets When Neutering Your Pet

When it comes to neutering your pet, choose a team you can trust

  • One-on-one care with fully qualified members of staff - from initial consultation through to full recovery
  • Safe anaesthesia with careful monitoring throughout the procedure
  • Highly-experienced surgical team 
  • Hidden and dissolving stitches used as standard for your pet’s comfort
  • Pain relief medication individually tailored to your pet’s needs
  • Free post-operative check and dietary advice with a qualified veterinary nurse.

Neutering advice for pet owners

Dog Neutering FAQs

Dog Neutering FAQs

Nervous about your dog being neutered? We have put together a definitive list of FAQs when it comes to neutering your dog.

Pyometra In Dogs

Pyometra In Dogs

A pyometra is the technical name for an infected uterus (womb). It is a very serious and potentially life-threatening condition that can be seen in un-neutered female animals.

Cystic Ovarian Disease

Cystic Ovarian Disease

Ovarian cysts in guinea pigs are age related. We explain the signs to look out for and the treatment options for guinea pigs with ovarian cysts.

Rabbit Neutering Advice

Rabbit Neutering Advice

Read Anna Cockle’s advice on neutering your rabbits.

Need More Neutering Advice?

If you have any questions or concerns about neutering your pet or just need some advice, call or pop in to your local practice.

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