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While our veterinarians at Crosspointe Animal Hospital do recommend having your pets spayed or neutered, we understand the decision to have your pet undergo any surgery can be a difficult one. That is why we have compiled some of the many benefits that these routine surgeries provide not only for you but for your pet as well. Contact our team today if you are considering spaying or neutering your pet in Fairfax Station, VA.

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The Benefits of Spaying and Neutering

Ask any veterinarian and they will tell you that having your pet spayed or neutered provides vital benefits for your furry friend. Studies have shown that it increases the life expectancy of cats by up to 3 to 5 years and up to 1 to 3 years for dogs. It also reduces the chance of ovarian cancer, mammary gland tumors, and uterine cancer in females, as well as prostate disease and testicular cancer in males. Spaying and neutering also reduce your pet’s desire to roam, which means they are less likely to get into fights and more likely to stay closer to home.

Reducing Unwanted Behaviors

Having your pet fixed provides various behavioral benefits that can improve the overall quality of life for you and your pet. It eliminates or reduces the chance of males marking or spraying while getting rid of the heat cycle for females. It also decreases aggressive behaviors in both dogs and cats, and can even make your pet easier to train.

Additional Benefits

The sad truth is that more than 4 million homeless dogs and cats are killed in shelters every year simply because there are too many. Dogs can produce 15 times more offspring than humans, and cats can produce 45 times more than humans. When you have your pet spayed or neutered, you are helping to end the cycle of innocent animals needlessly killed just because they are unwanted.

What To Expect

Your veterinarian will provide specific instructions on what to do before and after the surgery, and we may request you stop food the night before the surgery. After the surgery, make sure to provide a quiet place for your pet to recover, and try to prevent your pet from running or jumping. Make sure to follow all aftercare instructions provided by the clinic, and notify the veterinarian if you notice any signs of infection.

Get Your Pet Spayed or Neutered in Fairfax Station, VA

The spay and neutering procedures are common surgeries routinely done by veterinarians around the world. If you are uncertain about whether or not to have your pet fixed, contact Crosspointe Animal Hospital to speak with one of our veterinarians. Call our team today at (703) 690-6600 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.

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