Spaying or neutering your pet
If we told you there was a safe and easy way to extend the life of your pet, prevent serious medical conditions, and correct behavioral problems, would you be interested? Well, there is. It's spaying (females) or neutering (males) your pets.
Why should I fix my pet?
Every year millions of animals enter our shelter system, nationwide. As a pet owner, be responsible for helping curb overpopulation in our community by fixing your pet.
A study done by Banfield Pet Hospital showed: Spayed female dogs lived 23% longer. Neutered male dogs lived 18% longer. Spayed female cats live 39% longer. Neutered male cats 62% longer. We all wish our pets could stay with us for a longer time. This is how to make it possible!
There are some positive medical benefits later in life by spaying and neutering your pets. Females are less likely to develop breast tumors, uterine infections, and various types of reproductive cancers. Males have a lessened risk of testicular cancer and prostate problems.
A common problem for pet owners is pet urination and house soiling. When an unaltered female goes into heat, she more likely to spread her scent by peeing or "marking" so that males can locate her and make babies. Unaltered males tend to try to escape their yards and roam for unaltered females in heat. Besides losing your pet, as a free roaming animal they have a higher risk of being injured by a car.
When should I get my pet fixed?
If you adopt from CCAS, we require all pets be spayed or neutered prior to going home. However, if your pet at home isn't altered you can setup an appointment with your veterinarian or with a local resource below.
Where can I get my pet fixed?
If you have an established relationship with a veterinarian, you can setup an appointment with their office. If not, here are a few public resources:
Offers various veterinary services
Offers spay and neuter services at a lower cost
Cleveland APL Community Pet Clinic
For Cleveland and East Cleveland residents
Premier Spay Neuter Wellness Clinic
Specializes in spay and neuter, provides limited veterinary services
Offers various veterinary services