Spaying is a surgical procedure performed by a veterinarian to remove your female dog's ovaries and uterus. Also known as an ovariohysterectomy, the operation can not only prevent pregnancy but also ...

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A new UC Davis study updates guidelines on when to neuter or spay a dog to avoid health risks. (Claudio Gennari via Flickr CC by 4.0) Researchers at the University of California, Davis, have updated ...

This article was reviewed by Dr. Sarah J. Wooten, DVM, CVJ. Key points Spaying and neutering can benefit your dog’s long-term health and reduce pet overpopulation in shelters. These surgical ...

Thankfully the statistics have improved exponentially over the decades thanks to better laws, assistance programs and just a ...

When’s the right time to safely spay or neuter your dog? Surgical neutering is usually carried out by six months of age to prevent pet overpopulation, euthanasia or reduce shelter intake. A new, ...

That adorable puppy sure grows up fast! Dogs mature much faster than people, and as a result, the doggy reproductive cycle activates much younger. The timing of this first cycle can differ depending ...

Animal health professionals and advocates in the region are urging pet owners to spay and neuter their animals. This ...

A new study updates guidelines for when you should neuter or spay your dog to prevent increased risk of cancer or joint disorders. Researchers at the University of California, Davis, have updated ...

Researchers at the University of California, Davis, have updated their guidelines on when to neuter 40 popular dog varieties by breed and sex. Their recent paper in Frontiers in Veterinary Science ...