Why Is Desexing Important?

Desexing is important to consider for both male and female dogs as it can improve their overall health and behaviour. It also prevents unplanned litters of puppies that if not rehomed could add to the thousands of dogs who are waiting for homes in shelters or with rescue groups.

What are the benefits of desexing animals?

PREVENTING ROAMING AND INJURY: Desexing commonly reduces behavioural problems such as roaming, aggression and urine marking in males. In females, it prevents mating behaviour and false pregnancy.

What are the benefits of desexing a dog?

Benefits of desexing dogs
  • stop periodic cycles and messy bleeding.
  • eliminate the risk of pyometra (infection of the uterus)
  • reduce the risk of mammary (breast) cancer and ovarian cancer – the earlier they are spayed the less the risk, especially if before their first cycle.
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