What does it mean?

The terms sterilisation, castration, spaying or neutering all refer to a surgical procedure during which the uterus and ovaries of a female animal and the testicles of a male animal are removed under anaesthesia.

Is it painful?

We are well aware of the trauma to both the owner and their pet once the day of sterilisation/castration arrives and would very much like to put your mind at ease. The procedure is done under anaesthesia which means the animal will be sleeping and unaware. Very good painkillers and anti-inflammatories are given prior to the surgery which will control the pain once the anaesthetic agents wear off, leaving him/her (hopefully) wagging their tails when leaving the practice.

At what age?

After 6 months of age. 

Benefits of sterilizing your FEMALE dog/cat:

• If done before the first heat, the chances of her developing mammary gland tumours later in life, is largely reduced
• No more heat cycles every 3 to 6 months creating a problem around other male dogs or bleeding in the house
• No risk of developing an uterine infection which could be fatal
• Aggression will be markedly reduced especially in a multi-dog household
• The tendency to roam around will be markedly reduced
• Sterilisation reduces unwanted litters

Benefits of sterilizing your MALE dog/cat:

• Removing the testicles eliminates the possibility of testicular tumours
• Controls and prevents the most common prostatic problems
• Aggression will be markedly reduced especially in a multi-dog household
• The tendency to roam around will be markedly reduced
• It controls inappropriate marking