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Spay and Neuter Services for Dogs and Cats in Winter Haven, FL

Spay and neuter surgeries are essential, routine procedures recommended for all dogs and cats. Overall, spaying and neutering is beneficial both to individual pets, and to the surrounding Winter Haven community. In addition to helping dogs and cats stay healthy, it can also lower the number of strays living on the streets and in crowded, stressful animal shelters. With fewer animals on the streets and in shelters where they could face euthanasia, more dogs and cats can enjoy a happy, healthy life with loving families.

We’re committed to bettering your pet’s life.
Call (863) 324-3340 to schedule their spay or neuter, or to find out when they’ll need the surgery.

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The Health and Behavior Benefits of Spay and Neuter Surgeries

Spaying and neutering can reduce or even eliminate the following health and behavioral issues:

Spaying

  • Uterine and mammary tumors
  • Pyometra, a life-threatening infection of the uterus
  • Escaping the house and roaming to find a mate
  • Going into heat, which can be messy and frustrating to deal with (especially if males are in the vicinity)
  • Vocalizing

Neutering

  • Testicular cancer
  • Perianal gland tumors
  • Spraying urine to mark territory
  • Aggression
  • Inappropriate mounting behaviors
  • Roaming in search of a mate

Keeping Dogs and Cats Safe during Their Spay or Neuter

Spay and neuter surgeries are highly routine and generally pose little risk to pets. However, this does not make our veterinarians and technicians any less careful. Your pet’s health and safety are paramount, and we understand that every surgery comes with risks. Before they go into surgery, we’ll run blood work and perform an exam to make sure your dog or cat is sufficiently healthy. During surgery, we use state-of-the-art monitoring equipment to observe your pet’s vital signs and adjust their anesthesia as needed.

Pain management is another cornerstone of our spay and neuter protocols. We carefully measure and dispense pain relief medications according to the patient’s weight, age, and overall condition. They may also go home with an oral medication to ensure their continued comfort. Our goal is to make your pet’s recovery as easy as possible, so they can return to their normal lifestyle sooner.

 Drop-Off and Pick-Up Instructions

  • Make sure your dog or cat has not had anything to eat within the last 8-10 hours. For their safety, food must be withheld to prevent aspiration (food entering the airways) during surgery.
  • At drop-off, allow us a few minutes to go over paperwork and answer any questions you have.
  • You are welcome to call us during the day to check on your pet.
  • Your pet may need an e-collar to prevent them from chewing or licking their stitches.
  • After your pet is discharged, we need to go over a list of home care instructions to make sure your pet recovers smoothly.

Pets can bounce back from surgery quickly, particularly when they’re young, but may also need more time to return to normal. If you need help managing your pet’s recovery, call (863) 324-3340.

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