spay
Spay, short for spaying, is a surgical procedure used to sterilize female animals by removing reproductive organs. In most pets this means removal of the ovaries and often the uterus (ovariohysterectomy). Some procedures remove only the ovaries (ovariectomy). Spaying is commonly performed in dogs and cats but is also done in other small mammals, wildlife programs, and research settings.
Spaying is typically done when the animal is mature enough, often around 4 to 6 months of
The operation is done under general anesthesia. An abdominal incision provides access to the reproductive organs,
Spaying offers health and behavioral benefits. It prevents pregnancy and significantly reduces the risk of uterine
Postoperative care includes restricted activity, monitoring the incision, and preventing licking with a collar. Follow-up with