Why Is It So Important to Spay & Neuter Your Pets? 

It is an age-long dilemma for pet owners. Should I spay or neuter them as soon as they come of age? Arguments can be made for or against that; however, the reasons to do it are far more compelling. Why? That is what this blog will discuss, courtesy of Bryant Drive Animal Hospital experts.

The Single Most-Compelling Reason to Do This

Pet overpopulation! If you do not believe us, visit your local animal shelter. There is such a huge number of dogs and cats with no homes, it cannot be put into words. There are far many more pets than there are homes for them. At the animal shelter, many have to be put to death because of the sheer numbers. There are also pets that deserve a better home than they currently have because some pets have to deal with abandonment, neglect, and abuse beyond belief. For every dog or cat that produces a litter of babies, those babies now face the increasing chance that they will end up in a terrible situation. Spaying or neutering can mitigate this and control the population.

But I Want My Dog or Cat to Have Babies

Please reconsider this decision, even if your pet is a pedigree champion. For every dog or cat bred and sold for the purpose of making money, a shelter animal dies in its place because it lost a potential home. Dr. Harold Threadgill strongly suggests visiting him at the Tuscaloosa Veterinarian to discuss this in-depth. Education is the key. Think before you breed your pets. 

More Facts about Spaying & Neutering Your Pets

The surgery process itself is painless to the animal. There is minimal discomfort after surgery and it subsides quickly. If you spay or neuter your dog or cat, you will be sparing him or her from harm when it instinctually decides to escape to try to find a mate. It could cross busy streets and be hit and killed by a vehicle. If neutered, he also will never use your walls and furniture to mark his territory. A female pet can end up developing cancer if she remains un-spayed, with the procedure you are allowing your pet to live longer and healthier. Again, ask Dr. Harold Threadgill, your friendly animal hospital veterinarian or whomever your facility doctor happens to be. He or she will answer any questions you may have about this important procedure.

More about Your Tuscaloosa Veterinarian

As previously noted, Bryant Drive Animal Hospital is the best place to go for spay & neuter services in Alabama. The entire staff is happy to answer all of your questions. You can begin by bringing your pet in to get to know us before this surgery is needed. Then your pet and you will feel more comfortable when that time comes. Do not wait a minute longer, call today at (205) 758-5520!