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Spaying Neutering
Spaying (ovariohysterectomy) and neutering (castration) are surgical sterilization procedures that prevent reproduction and reduce the risk of multiple serious diseases.
Key Facts
- Spaying removes both ovaries and uterus, eliminating heat cycles
- Neutering removes both testicles
- Spaying prevents pyometra (life-threatening uterine infection)
- Spaying reduces mammary cancer risk, especially if done before first heat
- Neutering prevents testicular cancer and reduces prostate problems
- Neutering cryptorchid animals prevents testicular torsion and cancer
- Females can benefit from spaying at any age
- The risk of pyometra far outweighs perceived surgical risks at any age
- Species: dogs and cats
Connections (12)
Related Conditions
CryptorchidismCondition
Neutering is the treatment and prevents complications
DystociaCondition
Spaying prevents breeding complications entirely
EclampsiaCondition
Spaying prevents breeding-related complications
Mammary TumorCondition
Early spaying dramatically reduces mammary tumor risk
Ovarian Remnant SyndromeCondition
Spaying should prevent heat cycles; remnants indicate incomplete removal
ParaphimosisCondition
Neutering reduces breeding-related complications
PyometraCondition
Spaying is complete prevention for pyometra
Umbilical HerniaCondition
— surgery often combined