Veterinary Services
Neutering
For non-breeding animals, neutering is important as it lowers the risk of diseases like cancer, decreases the likelihood of reproductive organ issues, and prevents accidental pregnancies. Most veterinary clinics doneutering as a standard treatment for clients.
‘Castration’ for males and ‘spaying’ for females are terms that are often used to describe neutering. Both procedures are performed while your pet is under general anaesthetic.


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Animals that require neutering
Your vet should go over the options with you, including any possible risks and benefits, to help you make the best decision for your pet and circumstances or requirements that could impact your decision.
Cats
An effective option to avoid unintended pregnancies and reduce you cat’s tendency to stray from the house is to get your car sprayed or neutered.
Rabbits
In addition to preventing unwanted kits, neutering a rabbit also makes the animal calmer and less aggressive.
Dogs
By neutering your dog, you can help avoid unexpected litters, aggressive behaviour, and potentially harmful illnesses.
Ferrets
Unfortunately, female ferrets can even die from a lack of male care throughout their cycle. Owning ferrets requires you to take extra special care of their health.

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Are there risks to neutering?
Neutering does, of course, come with some risks. Although no surgical procedure is risk-free, most vets use the safest methods and carry out these operations frequently, minimising any risks. After surgery, pets may experience some discomfort, but all are given plenty of pain medicine to help them feel better. If your dog is one of the breeds that are slightly more susceptible to incontinence after neutering, your vet can help you decide the best course of action.
FAQS
Frequently asked questions
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Is neutering a painful procedure?
The most care will be taken by a vet to ensure your pet’s comfort both before and after the procedure. During the procedure, your pet will be given an anaesthetic, and they’ll also get medications afterwards to help them feel better. While some little discomfort may persist for a few weeks after the procedure, your pet should experience little pain and recover rapidly.
When should I neuter my dog or cat?
When a female dog is around six months old, she can be spayed. There is no advantage to waiting until they have had their first season, despite what many people believe. In fact, if you wait, many of the health advantages of spaying are decreased. From six to seven months of age, male dogs can be neutered. It’s always a good idea to ask your veterinarian what the ideal time to neuter your pet is because certain larger breeds might have issues if they’re done so too soon. Once they have had their main vaccines, cats can start getting neutered around the age of four months. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t neuter your cat by the four-month mark because doing so is perfectly safe.
What are the benefits of neutering your pet?
You’ll gain personally from neutering your pet in a variety of ways: Unneutered animals are more likely to show anger and behave inappropriately. For instance, it will assist in fewer mounting occurrences. The unpleasant fluid that female dogs in heat produce for three weeks or more can be unpleasant. During the reproductive season, female cats go into heat every three weeks and display behaviours including vocalising (‘calling’) nonstop. Both of these behaviours will stop after neutering. You’ll be in charge of taking care of the female during her pregnancy, giving delivery, and raising her offspring if she becomes pregnant.
Does neutering have any side effects?
Many people are concerned that neutering their pet will negatively affect its personality. The only real difference you’ll observe will be a good one since bad behaviour like wandering, mounting, or urinating on people will no longer occur. Another myth is that neutering will cause your pet to gain weight. Any weight increase following the treatment is not attributable to neutering directly, but rather to overeating. You will need to adjust the amount of food you provide neutered animals in order to meet their somewhat decreased nutritional needs. Your veterinarian will be able to provide you with advice on your pet’s post-surgery food needs.
Does my pet need a buster collar?
After surgery, a buster collar (also known as a “cone”) is advised to stop your pet from licking or chewing so that the stitches will stay in place, avoid infection, and enable recovery. Buster collars should normally be worn until the wound is completely healed. Alternatives include a basic T-shirt, a soft collar, or a comfortable collar. If you choose keyhole surgery, a collar might not be required or might only be worn temporarily. The ideal decision for your pet will be suggested to you by your vet.
How much does neutering cost?
The price varies according on the breed, sex, breed, and weight of the animal. Also, it depends on the kind of operation you select. Get in touch with a local vet to learn how much it will cost to neuter your pet.
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