Spaying, Neutering & Recovery
One aspect of pet ownership that can enhance the wellbeing of our furry friends in the colder months is spaying & neutering.
Helping to safeguard pets' health and happiness
Spaying/Neutering can offer a multitude of benefits year-round, but these advantages become particularly pronounced in autumn and winter. Helping to safeguard pets’ health and happiness, whilst making life easier for their human companions.
Enhanced wellbeing – spayed/neutered animals tend to be healthier and less prone to certain diseases and infections. It can help to reduce the risk of certain reproductive health issues, such as uterine infections and mammary tumours. Immune systems can be more vulnerable in the cold weather, so keeping pets in the best possible health is crucial.
Minimising seasonal challenges – unspayed/unneutered pets can engage in behaviours, such as wandering off or always wanting to go outside, which can make it a challenge to keep them safe and secure in the shorter days and darker nights of autumn and winter.
Neutering Is No Longer “One Size Fits All”
For years, veterinary professionals and pet owners have relied on general age guidelines when deciding the right time to neuter a dog. Traditionally, neutering was recommended as early as possible to reduce accidental breeding, unwanted behaviours, and certain reproductive health risks. However, new research suggests that the timing of neutering deserves a far more tailored approach, one that considers hormonal maturity.
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