Red Fern Spay & Neuter Mobile Veterinary Clinic

Q:  Is spay and neuter surgery painful? Can it harm my dog or cat?

A:  During surgery dogs and cats are anesthetized so they feel no pain.  Afterwards, most  animals seem to experience mild discomfort, but signs of discomfort disappear within a couple of days.  Serious harm as a result of spay or neuter surgery is extremely rare. 

Q:  Should a female dog or cat have one litter or at least one heat cycle before being spayed?

A:  To the contrary, a dog or cat has the best chance of good health if spayed before their first heat.  Early age spaying dramatically reduces the risk of mammary tumors and prevents other health problems such as life threatening uterine infections. 

Q:  Can a pregnant dog or cat be safely spayed? 

A: Many dogs and cats are spayed while pregnant to prevent the birth of unwanted puppies or kittens.  The veterinarian must determine the stage of her pregnancy before deciding whether she can be spayed. 

Q:  Do spayed or neutered dogs and cats become overweight?

A:  In some dogs and cats, metabolism does decrease following spaying or neutering.  However, if fed the appropriate amount and type of food and adequately exercised spayed and neutered dogs and cats are unlikely to become overweight. 

Q:  Does spaying or neutering make dogs and cats less affectionate?

A:  Freed from the urge to mate, dogs and cats tend to be calmer and more content after spaying and neutering.  Spayed and neutered pets are more likely to show affection towards their human companions. 

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Q:  At what age should my dog or cat be spayed or neutered?

A:  Animals may be spayed or neutered as early as 2-3 months of age.  However, older dogs and cats still benefit from being spayed or neutered. 

Q:  Is it safe to have my animal spayed or neutered on the Red Fern Spay and Neuter Mobile Veterinary Clinic?

A:  Yes- it is very safe to have your animal spayed or neutered on the mobile veterinary clinic.  The clinic is set up to perform many surgeries each day and the veterinarian is specialized in spay and neuter services.  Dr. Stacy Lambrinos is trained in the most recent spay and neuter techniques, in order to perform numerous surgeries each week.