Spay & Neuter
Support the fight against animal overpopulation while offering health benefits to your pets, spay and neuter at Riverchase Animal Hospital.
Spaying (females) and neutering (males) are vital procedures that help control pet overpopulation while offering significant health benefits for your furry friend. Every year, millions of animals in shelters face euthanasia due to overcrowding — spaying and neutering can help reduce this tragic outcome.
At Riverchase Animal Hospital, our experienced veterinarians provide safe, compassionate surgical care tailored to your pet’s needs.
Spaying
Spaying is a common surgical procedure performed on female cats and dogs. The process is called ovariohysterectomy and involves removing the patient’s uterus, ovaries and fallopian tubes, rendering the animal incapable of reproduction.
Benefits of Spaying
- Prevents unwanted pregnancies
- Eliminates the risk of ovarian and uterine tumors
- Remove the possibility of uterine infections
Spay FAQ
When should I spay my dog?
Riverchase Animal Hospital veterinarians recommend spaying your dogs at 3-6 months, depending on your dog’s breed and ideally before the patient’s first heat. However, there are times when we recommend waiting. Our veterinarians can give you an individualized recommendation at a pre-operative appointment that takes lifestyle, breed, previous medical history, and estimated adult size into consideration.
When should I spay my cat?
Riverchase Animal Hospital veterinarians recommend spaying your cat around 5 months of age. However, there are exceptions. Our veterinarians can give you an individualized recommendation at a pre-operative appointment.
What can I expect after surgery?
Spaying is a major surgery that requires 7-10 days recovery time and may include medication; lethargy is common for the first couple days following the procedure. Owners must prevent the animal from licking or biting the incision to reduce the risk of infection.
Neutering
Neutering is performed on male cats and dogs. This process castrates the animal, removing their testicles and making them unable to impregnate females.
Benefits of Neutering
- Prevents unwanted reproduction.
- Placates the animal, reducing aggressive behavior and decreasing dominant tendencies.
- Reduces roaming and spraying (territory marking).
- Eliminates the risk of testicular and prostate tumors.
Neuter FAQ
When should I neuter my dog?
Riverchase Animal Hospital veterinarians recommend neutering your dogs at 4-6 months, depending on your dog’s breed. However, there are times when we recommend waiting. Our veterinarians can give you an individualized recommendation at a pre-operative appointment that takes lifestyle, breed, previous medical history, and estimated adult size into consideration.
When should I neuter my cat?
Riverchase Animal Hospital veterinarians recommend neutering your cat around 5 months of age. However, there are exceptions. Our veterinarians can give you an individualized recommendation at a pre-operative appointment.
What can I expect after surgery?
Although less invasive than spaying, neutering is still a major medical procedure that requires some recovery time. Following the procedure your pet will be sleepy from the anesthesia, this lethargy may last a couple days. Medication may be administered to combat pain. Owners must prevent the animal from licking or biting the incision to reduce the risk of infection.
Choose Riverchase Animal Hospital
We go beyond the basics to provide a safe, compassionate, and personalized surgical experience.
What Does Spaying & Neutering Look Like at Riverchase?
Step 1: Schedule Pre-Surgical Exam: Call 972-462-7387 or use our online portal to schedule a pre surgical exam. If using our online portal, select, “Wellness Exam / Vaccinations.”
Step 2: Pre-Surgical Exam: Our doctor will perform a comprehensive health assessment and bloodwork to ensure your pet is in optimal condition for surgery. The health assessment consultation fee will be put towards the spay or neuter procedure.
Step 3: Schedule Surgery: Once cleared for surgery, we’ll work with you to find the best time for the procedure, tailored to your pet’s needs and your schedule.
Step 4: Surgery: On surgery day we’ll provide a drop-off time. Your pet will be prepped and taken into surgery. Once the surgery is complete and your pet awake, we will contact you to discuss how your pet is doing and a pick-up time.
Schedule Spaying and Neutering in Coppell, TX
To learn more about spaying and neutering in Coppell, or to schedule your pet’s pre-operative exam and bloodwork, call 972-462-7387 or schedule a “Wellness Exam / Vaccinations” through our online portal today.
