Spaying and Neutering

The optimal age to spay and neuter pets is an active topic among veterinarians. We recommend that pets not intended for breeding be spayed or neutered, but the best age depends on the species and breed. Precautions are taken including a thorough pre-operative physical examination, pre-operative blood tests, pre-anesthetic anxiety and pain management, conscientious anesthetic technique and monitoring tailored to the particular patient and post-operative monitoring and pain management.