Desexing
Desexing (castration and speying) is one of the most common surgical procedures we perform as vets. This procedure involves the removal of reproductive organs to prevent them from being able to not only reproduce and have offspring, but also helps in the management of diseases associated with these organs. Common diseases that are managed by desexing include pyometra (a serious and potentially life-threatening infection of the uterus), mammary (breast tissue) tumours and cancers, benign prostatic enlargement, prostate cancer, testicular cancer, testicular and prostatic infections and inflammatory diseases, ovarian cancers, uterine cancers, and hormonal associated aggressive behaviour. Council registration is also significantly cheaper if your pet is desexed.
For dogs we suggest desexing at 6 months, unless they are a large breed where we recommend delaying desexing to 12 months old.
For cats we generally recommend desexing at 6 months, however recommendations may change depending on circumstances. Please call us to discuss this if you have any questions or concerns.
