Livewell Animal Hospital of Edmond
Spay and Neuter your
pet at Livewell
Why Should I Spay or Neuter My Pet?
Healthy pets are the happiest pets. And spaying or neutering your dog or cat has many benefits to your sweet pet’s overall health. The Livewell Animal Hospital team is here to help you by providing the personalized, high-quality care they need, as well answering any questions you may have along the way. Spaying/neutering your pet can offer multiple benefits for both you and your pet, including:
Contributes to their overall health
Reduces unwanted behaviors
Will save you money in the long run
At what age should I consider spaying or neutering my dog or cat?
Cats
Male (weighing at least 2 lbs/0.9kg)
- Neutering male cats before they turn 5 months can substantially reduce or eliminate male territorial marking, fighting, and roaming.
Female (weighing at least 2 lbs/0.9kg)
- Spaying female cats before they turn 5 months old can eliminate behaviors displayed when in heat and unwanted pregnancies.
Dogs
Male
- Smaller dogs (less than 45 lbs when fully grown): neuter at 6 months old
- Larger dogs (more than 45 lbs/20kg when fully grown): neuter after growth stops around 9-15 months old
Female
- Smaller dogs (less than 45 lbs when fully grown): spay before first heat cycle (around 5 - 6 months old)
- Large dogs (more than 45 lbs/20 kg when fully grown): spay between 5 - 15 months old
Spay & Neuter FAQs
Spaying and neutering your pet has many benefits, and it can be key to your pet living a longer, healthier, and happier life.
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Livewell Animal Hospital of Edmond
We care about the furry friends of Edmond. And we love partnering with you to give your pet the healthiest, happiest life paw-sible. And when things get a little bumpy, your neighborhood Livewell team is here to provide the expert medical care your pet deserves. As a full-service animal hospital, we offer x-rays, ultrasound, and more, as well as a state of the art surgery suite to handle urgent surgical needs. We have an on-site pharmacy and laboratory capabilities to provide immediate access to necessary medications and perform basic diagnostic tests to help your pet access treatment quickly.
