At Vets in Endeavour Hills, we are dedicated to providing desexing services so you can ensure your dog’s health and well-being. Desexing, which includes spaying and neutering, is a surgical procedure that prevents unwanted pregnancies in dogs and offers multiple health and behavioural benefits.
In Victoria, the general guideline is to desex small dogs around seven months of age, while larger dogs are typically desexed between 10 months and two years, based on their breed, sex, and any existing health conditions.
Desexing Options?
For Male Dogs
- Permanent Surgical Desexing (Castration): Involves the removal of the testicles through surgery.
- Temporary Contraception (Suprelorin): An implant that provides temporary contraception, giving you the chance to observe behavioural changes before deciding on permanent surgery.
For Female Dogs
- Spaying: The removal of the ovaries and uterus through surgery.
Benefits of Desexing?
Desexing your canine companion helps manage the pet population and brings numerous health and behavioural advantages. It also provides eligibility for reductions on council pet registration fees throughout your dog’s life.
Health Benefits
For Female Dogs (Spaying)
- Lowers the risk of developing mammary tumours
- Completely removes the risk of ovarian and uterine tumours
- Prevents pyometra, a potentially life-threatening uterine infection
For Male Dogs (Neutering)
- Reduces the likelihood of prostatic diseases
- Decreases the risk of perianal tumours
- Eliminates the risk of testicular cancer
- Helps control unwanted behaviours like marking, aggression, and roaming
For Male Dogs (Suprelorin Implant)
- A non-invasive method that addresses prostate and testicular issues
- Does not interfere with the growth or development of large-breed dogs
Desexing Care at Vets in Endeavour Hills
At Vets in Endeavour Hills, we ensure your dog’s desexing experience is managed with the utmost precision and care.
Pre-Surgery
- We will get in touch to confirm all relevant surgery details.
- Your dog will need to fast from midnight prior to the procedure.
- On the day of the surgery, a nurse will go over the consent form and procedure details with you.
Surgery
- A thorough health assessment and optional blood test will be performed.
- If the results are as expected, the surgery will proceed; otherwise, we will notify you.
- A catheter will be used to administer fluids and medications.
- Our experienced veterinary team will conduct the surgery while a skilled nurse closely monitors the procedure.
After the Surgery
- Your dog will be attentively monitored while resting in a warm and comfortable bed.
- A tattoo will be placed on their left ear for desexing identification.
- Pain relief medication will be provided, along with an e-collar to protect the surgical site.
- We will update you on your dog’s recovery and schedule a follow-up appointment within 3-5 days, with a second check-up in 10 -14 days to assess recovery. Both of these revisits are complimentary.
A comprehensive pre and post-surgery care guide will be provided, providing essential information on preparing for and managing your dog’s recovery.
Contact Vets in Endeavour Hills to arrange an appointment or to learn more about spaying or neutering your dog.
