Quick Take Spaying and neutering extend lifespan; neutered male dogs live 13%–18% longer and spayed female dogs 20%–26% ...

These days, most pet parents consider spaying and neutering to be the norm for dogs. That’s a good thing. Thanks to education and advancements in spaying and neutering procedures, along with help from ...

An estimated 5 million to 8 million animals are euthanized in shelters across this country every year. Many organizations are trying to decrease that number by opening low-cost spay/neuter clinics to ...

Spaying and neutering dogs is common practice in the U.S.; not only does it reduce the number of euthanizations performed by animal shelters annually, but it also provides several health benefits to ...

In North America, between 70 and 80 percent of dogs are spayed or neutered. This is done to prevent the overpopulation problem that has forced many shelters to euthanize countless dogs. It is also ...

Many pet parents spay or neuter their dogs for health benefits and safety. These procedures lessen the risks of certain diseases, reduce aggression, and generally add to your dog’s life, with proper ...