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Reliable Spay and Neuter Procedures in Palm Desert

At Animal Hospital of Desert, we are proud to offer spay and neuter procedures for your cats and dogs. Our skilled veterinary team is committed to treating your furry loved ones like family, helping to keep them relaxed throughout the process. We are dedicated to providing compassionate and convenient reproductive services without ever skimping on the quality of the results.

Spays and neuters are routine surgeries that are some of the most responsible procedures you can give your pet. These treatments can help improve your pet's behavior and longevity while working to stabilize the local animal community as a whole. We provide every reproductive surgery with an emphasis on protecting your pet's health and well-being, leveraging modern tools and years of experience. If you're looking for reliable spays and neuters in Palm Desert, contact our office today to schedule an appointment!

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Important Reasons to Spay or Neuter Your Pet

Spay and neuter surgeries will permanently prevent your animal from reproducing, and are primarily performed on pets who are at least four to six months of age. Many pet owners may not realize the numerous other benefits this procedure can bring your cats and dogs. Here are some advantages to getting your pets spayed and neutered:

  • Decreasing aggressive behavior in male pets
  • Decreasing desire to roam and seek mates
  • Reducing the risk of mammary gland tumors
  • Eliminating heat cycles, bleeding, and calling for a mate
  • Reducing or eliminating the act of marking or spraying
  • Reducing the risk of ovarian and uterine cancers
  • Decreasing the risk of prostate cancer and testicular cancer

Our Thorough and Compassionate Process

We believe taking a proactive approach to your pet's health and well-being is important. Our process begins by performing a thorough wellness exam, checking your pet from head to tail with blood testing included. This comprehensive physical exam, combined with detailed bloodwork, will help our team determine if your pet is ready for a successful spay or neuter procedure and can safely undergo anesthesia.

Once we've confirmed your pet is ready for surgery, we will schedule a date for the procedure, usually a week or two in advance. We ask that you drop your pet off in the morning, and they will be ready for pickup by the end of the day, with no overnight stay necessary. Our responsive team will keep you updated throughout the day and send your pet home with anti-inflammatory and pain medications to support their comfort during the recovery process. We will provide instructions to keep your pet comfortable and relaxed during this period before scheduling a date for the removal of the sutures.

Spays and Neuters FAQs

We know you're a concerned pet parent who has many questions and concerns. Our friendly and knowledgeable team will never leave you in the dark regarding our process, the materials we use, and aftercare tips to assist your pet's recovery. Here are some frequently asked questions regarding pet spay and neuter services:

What are some tips to help my pet through post-operation recovery?

It's normal for your pet to experience some discomfort for a few days following surgery. Our caring team can provide tips and prescribe pain medications to help them experience a comfortable and productive recovery period. Some tips to optimize their recovery include limiting your pet's physical activity, keeping them confined in a quiet resting place away from other animals, preventing them from licking the surgical site, and waiting at least ten days after surgery to bathe them.

Spaying and neutering are some of the most common veterinary procedures performed worldwide. There are slight risk factors associated with any type of surgery, often linked to older pets, overweight animals, puppies that have had their first heat, and cats and dogs with unknown underlying health issues. Rest assured, we will run thorough physical examinations and blood tests to determine if your pet is ready for surgery.

We believe this is a common misconception. While many pets become more docile after a spay or neuter procedure, with the right diet and regular exercise, your pet should retain a healthy weight throughout their lifetime.

Trusted Palm Desert Pet Spay & Neuter Services

At Animal Hospital of Desert, we are dedicated to protecting and improving the health of every pet who walks through our doors. Our seasoned veterinary team is proud to offer spay and neuter surgeries performed with accuracy and respect. We leverage modern tools and years of experience to deliver a high standard of care at all times.

If you're looking for spay or neuter surgeries in Palm Desert, we are happy to help. Our team is passionate about performing effective services while treating your furry loved ones like family in the process. Contact us today to find out more about our trusted reproductive services!

CALL US: (903) 564-9300 REQUEST APPOINTMENT


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