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 ...

Having your dog spayed helps control the pet population and prevents many health issues. We explain the procedure and outline the costs involved.

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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 ...

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 ...

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...