Safe surgical procedures for pet reproductive health are
Spay & Neuter.
Understanding pet spays and neuters.
A pet spay, also known as ovariohysterectomy, is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the ovaries and uterus in female pets. This procedure prevents unwanted pregnancies and helps eliminate the risk of certain health issues. A pet neuter, or castration, involves the removal of the testicles in male pets. Neutering helps prevent surprise litters and reduces the risk of certain health problems and undesirable behaviors.
The benefits of choosing to spay or neuter your pet.
Spaying and neutering offer significant health and behavioral benefits for both male and female pets.
Health Benefits
- Females: A cat spay or dog spay eliminates the risk of uterine infections and significantly reduces the risk of mammary tumors. It also prevents the occurrence of heat cycles, which can be stressful for both pets and owners.
- Males: A cat neuter or dog neuter prevents testicular cancer and reduces the risk of prostate problems. It also decreases the likelihood of certain aggressive behaviors and the tendency to roam, which can lead to injuries and accidents.
Behavioral Benefits
- Females: Spaying can help reduce behaviors associated with heat cycles, such as excessive vocalization and attempts to escape.
- Males: Neutering can reduce marking territory with urine, mounting behaviors, and aggression toward other animals.
The benefits of choosing to spay or neuter your pet.
Spaying and neutering offer significant health and behavioral benefits for both male and female pets.
Health Benefits
- Females: A cat spay or dog spay eliminates the risk of uterine infections and significantly reduces the risk of mammary tumors. It also prevents the occurrence of heat cycles, which can be stressful for both pets and owners.
- Males: A cat neuter or dog neuter prevents testicular cancer and reduces the risk of prostate problems. It also decreases the likelihood of certain aggressive behaviors and the tendency to roam, which can lead to injuries and accidents.
Behavioral Benefits
- Females: Spaying can help reduce behaviors associated with heat cycles, such as excessive vocalization and attempts to escape.
- Males: Neutering can reduce marking territory with urine, mounting behaviors, and aggression toward other animals.
The three steps of our spay and neuter process.
Consultation and Preoperative Blood Work
Before the procedure, our veterinarian will perform a physical exam and preoperative blood work to ensure your pet is healthy enough for anesthesia. This step helps us create the anesthesia protocol for your pet, enhancing their safety.
Anesthesia and Monitoring
During the spay or neuter surgery, your pet will be under anesthesia, and our veterinary team will closely monitor their vital signs to ensure their safety and comfort throughout the procedure.
Postoperative Care
After the surgery, your pet will be monitored as they recover from anesthesia. We will provide you with detailed postoperative instructions for a smooth recovery at home. Our team is available to answer any questions and address any concerns you may have during your pet’s recovery period. We also offer laser therapy to accelerate incision healing.
If you have any questions at any point throughout the spay and neuter process, please ask. We are here to be your pet resource.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Preoperative blood work helps our veterinarians check whether your pet is healthy enough for anesthesia. We want to minimize any risk to your beloved pet.
Recovery time varies, but most pets begin to feel better within a few days. Full recovery typically takes about 10 to 14 days. During this period, it is important to restrict your pet’s activity and follow the postoperative care instructions provided by our team.
While most pets recover without issues, watch for signs such as excessive swelling, redness, or discharge at the incision site, lethargy, loss of appetite, or vomiting. If you notice any of these symptoms or other concerning signs, please contact us immediately for further evaluation.
Choose safe spay and neuter services in Campbell, CA.
Choose safe spay and neuter services in Campbell, CA.
When your pet needs a spay or neuter, trust the Happy Valley Pet Hospital team to provide safe and effective spay and neuter procedures. Schedule a spay or neuter consultation appointment today to discuss the benefits of spaying or neutering your pet. When you choose us, your pet will always receive the highest standard of care.
Trust Happy Valley Pet Hospital for
High-Quality Veterinary Care.
Happy Valley Pet Hospital provides spays and neuters for cats, dogs, rabbits, and pocket pets in Campbell, Los Gatos, Saratoga, San Jose, Cupertino, Silicon Valley, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, and surrounding areas. Accepting new pet patients.
