| Nosara Animal Care |
Promoting Animal Health And Compassion
| WHY WE SPAY & NEUTER |
Thousands of unwanted dogs and cats, including puppies and kittens, are starving, suffering
from and spreading disease in the streets due to over population. The good news is that every
pet owner can make a difference. By having your dog or cat spayed or neutered, you will do
your part to prevent the birth of unwanted puppies and kittens and you will enhance your
pet's health and quality of life.
Contrary to what some people believe, getting pregnant — even once — does not improve the
behavior of female dogs and cats. In fact, the mating instinct may lead to undesirable behaviors and
result in undue stress on both the owner and the animal. Also, while some pet-owners may have good
intentions, few are prepared for the work involved in monitoring their pet's pregnancy, caring for
the newborns and locating good homes for all the offspring.
During sterilization, a veterinarian removes certain reproductive organs.
If your cat or dog is a female, the veterinarian will usually remove her ovaries, fallopian tubes,
and uterus. The medical name for this operation is an ovariohysterectomy, although it is commonly
called "spaying."
If your pet is a male, the testicles are removed and the operation is called an orchiectomy,
commonly referred to as castration or simply "neutering."
While both spaying and neutering are major surgical procedures, they are also the most
common surgeries performed by veterinarians on cats and dogs. Before the operation, your pet
will be given a thorough physical examination to ensure that your pet is in good health. Do not feed
or give water to your pet the morning of surgery. Take their food and water away the night
before at bedtime. General anesthesia will be administered before the surgery making the
procedure non-painful. You will be asked to keep your pet calm and quiet for a few days afterwards
until the incision begins to heal.
Both operations lead to improved long-term health, prevent unwanted litters, and eliminate
many behavior problems associated with the mating instinct such as roaming and urine
spraying.
Female dogs experience a "heat" cycle approximately every six months, depending upon the breed.
A female dog's heat cycle can last as long as 21 days, during which your dog will leave blood
stains in the house and may become anxious, short-tempered and bring a yard full of "gentlemen
callers".
Female cats can come into heat every two weeks during breeding season until they become
pregnant. During this time they may engage in behaviors such as frequent yowling and urination in
unacceptable places.
Both female dogs and cats benefit from spaying, which eliminates their heat cycles and generally
reduces the negative behaviors that may lead to owner frustration and, ultimately, a decision to
relinquish the pet to a shelter. Most importantly, early spaying of female dogs and cats helps
protect them from serious health problems later in life such as uterine infections and breast
cancer.
At maturity (on average, 6-9 months of age), male dogs and cats are capable of breeding.
Both male dogs and cats are likely to begin "marking" their territories by spraying strong-smelling
urine on your furniture, curtains, and in virtually any part of the house. Also, given the slightest
chance, males may attempt to escape from home in search of a mate. Male dogs seeking a female
in heat can become aggressive and may injure themselves or people by engaging in fights, and
are more likely to be hit by a car.
Neutering male dogs and cats reduces the need to breed and can have a calming effect that makes
them less inclined to roam and more content to stay at home. Neutering your male pet also
improves his health by reducing the risk of prostate disease, testicular cancer and infections.
A dog or cat can be surgically altered at almost any age. Your veterinarian can advise you on the
most appropriate time for your particular pet based upon its breed, age and physical condition.
The procedure has no effect on a pet's intelligence or ability to learn, play, protect, work
or hunt. Most pets tend to be better behaved following the operation, making them more desirable
companions. Contrary to popular belief, the surgery will not make your pet fat or lazy. A balanced
diet and exercise will keep your pet from experiencing the health risks associated with obesity.
Ask your veterinarian to advise you on the best diet and exercise plan for your pet for each stage
of its life.
This is a one-time expense that can dramatically improve your pet's quality of life. If you
are still uncertain whether or not to proceed with the surgery, consider the expense to society
having to deal with and provide care for all the unwanted, abused, or abandoned animals living on the
streets — most suffering from parasites and disease, with little chance of finding permanent
homes or sufficient food sources.
Having your pet spayed or neutered is a part of responsible pet ownership and an important
investment in your pet's long-term good health.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these or other health issues please feel
free to contact us at NosaraAnimalCare@gmail.com
from and spreading disease in the streets due to over population. The good news is that every
pet owner can make a difference. By having your dog or cat spayed or neutered, you will do
your part to prevent the birth of unwanted puppies and kittens and you will enhance your
pet's health and quality of life.
Contrary to what some people believe, getting pregnant — even once — does not improve the
behavior of female dogs and cats. In fact, the mating instinct may lead to undesirable behaviors and
result in undue stress on both the owner and the animal. Also, while some pet-owners may have good
intentions, few are prepared for the work involved in monitoring their pet's pregnancy, caring for
the newborns and locating good homes for all the offspring.
During sterilization, a veterinarian removes certain reproductive organs.
If your cat or dog is a female, the veterinarian will usually remove her ovaries, fallopian tubes,
and uterus. The medical name for this operation is an ovariohysterectomy, although it is commonly
called "spaying."
If your pet is a male, the testicles are removed and the operation is called an orchiectomy,
commonly referred to as castration or simply "neutering."
While both spaying and neutering are major surgical procedures, they are also the most
common surgeries performed by veterinarians on cats and dogs. Before the operation, your pet
will be given a thorough physical examination to ensure that your pet is in good health. Do not feed
or give water to your pet the morning of surgery. Take their food and water away the night
before at bedtime. General anesthesia will be administered before the surgery making the
procedure non-painful. You will be asked to keep your pet calm and quiet for a few days afterwards
until the incision begins to heal.
Both operations lead to improved long-term health, prevent unwanted litters, and eliminate
many behavior problems associated with the mating instinct such as roaming and urine
spraying.
Female dogs experience a "heat" cycle approximately every six months, depending upon the breed.
A female dog's heat cycle can last as long as 21 days, during which your dog will leave blood
stains in the house and may become anxious, short-tempered and bring a yard full of "gentlemen
callers".
Female cats can come into heat every two weeks during breeding season until they become
pregnant. During this time they may engage in behaviors such as frequent yowling and urination in
unacceptable places.
Both female dogs and cats benefit from spaying, which eliminates their heat cycles and generally
reduces the negative behaviors that may lead to owner frustration and, ultimately, a decision to
relinquish the pet to a shelter. Most importantly, early spaying of female dogs and cats helps
protect them from serious health problems later in life such as uterine infections and breast
cancer.
At maturity (on average, 6-9 months of age), male dogs and cats are capable of breeding.
Both male dogs and cats are likely to begin "marking" their territories by spraying strong-smelling
urine on your furniture, curtains, and in virtually any part of the house. Also, given the slightest
chance, males may attempt to escape from home in search of a mate. Male dogs seeking a female
in heat can become aggressive and may injure themselves or people by engaging in fights, and
are more likely to be hit by a car.
Neutering male dogs and cats reduces the need to breed and can have a calming effect that makes
them less inclined to roam and more content to stay at home. Neutering your male pet also
improves his health by reducing the risk of prostate disease, testicular cancer and infections.
A dog or cat can be surgically altered at almost any age. Your veterinarian can advise you on the
most appropriate time for your particular pet based upon its breed, age and physical condition.
The procedure has no effect on a pet's intelligence or ability to learn, play, protect, work
or hunt. Most pets tend to be better behaved following the operation, making them more desirable
companions. Contrary to popular belief, the surgery will not make your pet fat or lazy. A balanced
diet and exercise will keep your pet from experiencing the health risks associated with obesity.
Ask your veterinarian to advise you on the best diet and exercise plan for your pet for each stage
of its life.
This is a one-time expense that can dramatically improve your pet's quality of life. If you
are still uncertain whether or not to proceed with the surgery, consider the expense to society
having to deal with and provide care for all the unwanted, abused, or abandoned animals living on the
streets — most suffering from parasites and disease, with little chance of finding permanent
homes or sufficient food sources.
Having your pet spayed or neutered is a part of responsible pet ownership and an important
investment in your pet's long-term good health.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these or other health issues please feel
free to contact us at NosaraAnimalCare@gmail.com
The Reality of
Overpopulation
~Millions of dogs &
cats are euthanized in
shelters yearly
~Others end up
starving in the streets
and suffering from
disease and parasites
~Average number of
litters a fertile cat can
produce yearly: 3
~Average number of
kittens per litter: 4-6
~In seven years, one
female cat and her
offspring can
theoretically produce
420,000 cats.
~Average number of
litters a fertile dog
can produce yearly: 2
~Average number of
puppies per litter:
6-10
~In six years, one
female dog and her
offspring can
theoretically produce
67,000 dogs.
Overpopulation
~Millions of dogs &
cats are euthanized in
shelters yearly
~Others end up
starving in the streets
and suffering from
disease and parasites
~Average number of
litters a fertile cat can
produce yearly: 3
~Average number of
kittens per litter: 4-6
~In seven years, one
female cat and her
offspring can
theoretically produce
420,000 cats.
~Average number of
litters a fertile dog
can produce yearly: 2
~Average number of
puppies per litter:
6-10
~In six years, one
female dog and her
offspring can
theoretically produce
67,000 dogs.
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