Pet Spay + Neuter

Spaying (females) and neutering (males) provide lifelong advantages:

• Prevents pregnancy and eliminates heat cycles or roaming
• Greatly reduces risks of mammary cancer, uterine infections, perineal hernias, and prostate issues
• Helps control pet overpopulation and supports community health
• Often leads to calmer behaviour, less marking, and longer lifespan
• These procedures are among the safest, most routine surgeries we perform, yielding excellent outcomes

Timing depends on breed size and species for optimal health:

Dogs:

• Small breeds (under 20kg / 45lbs): 6–8 months
• Large/giant breeds (over 20kg / 45lbs): 12–18 months (supports healthy development)

Cats:

• 6–8 months (before their first heat cycle)

We customize timing based on your pet’s age, size, health, and lifestyle—discuss the best plan during your pet’s pre-operative exam.

We’re here to support a smooth, comfortable recovery for your pet:

• Rest with e-collar use for 10–14 days (no running, jumping, or bathing)
• Keep the small incision site clean and monitor for any swelling or tenderness
• Appetite typically returns within 24–48 hours; reintroduce food gradually with small meals
• Our team will follow up to ensure healing stays on track and your pet feels their best
• Sutures are removed at 10–14 days or may be dissolvable—prevent licking at all times
• Post-op recheck at 12–14 days to ensure your pet can safely resume normal activity

Most pets recover smoothly, but you may notice mild lethargy, a decreased appetite, or delayed bowel movements for 1–2 days—these can be normal.

Please contact us right away if you observe any swelling, redness, or discharge at the incision site so we can guide you.

If more urgent concerns arise, such as persistent bleeding, vomiting, severe lethargy, or difficulty breathing, your pet should be assessed by one of our veterinarians promptly.

If you’re concerned, we’re concerned—please err on the side of caution and bring your pet in. We are available during business hours and can arrange a same-day or next-day appointment for reassessment; all post-operative recheck exams are provided as a courtesy for your peace of mind.

Families trust us because we combine advanced care with a truly personalized, low-stress experience:

• Gentle, fear-free handling and proactive pain management tailored to your pet
• Advanced anesthesia protocols with continuous state-of-the-art monitoring for safety at every stage
• Thorough pre-operative assessments and customized surgical planning—no one-size-fits-all care
• Dedicated follow-up and easy access to our team for questions, updates, and reassurance

We partner closely with you to make every step—from consult to recovery—as smooth and stress-free as possible.