Why Neuter Rover?
Provided by The American Humane Association
Most people can see the obvious benefits of spaying a female dog-avoiding unwanted litters-but don’t know the medical and
behavioral benefits of having their male dog neutered.
Neutered dogs are healthier. Neutered dogs are less likely to develop prostate problems and testicular tumors. By eliminating
most roaming and fighting, neutering reduces the risk of injury and infection, saving you expensive veterinary bills. Neutered
dogs are more content and better behaved. Neutering reduces the annoying and embarrassing urge of male dogs to “mount”
furniture or people’s legs. Neutering reduces aggression against other animals. A male sensing a female in heat nearby may
break down doors and jump fences, and will roam the neighborhood looking for her. Neutering relieves this sexual frustration
and lets the dog relax and enjoy being part of the family. Dogs have no psychological sex drive, it’s purely hormonal, therefore,
by taking away the reproductive hormones, they feel no sense of loss, they simple have other things to focus their attentions on.
Neutering is a relatively safe and painless operation performed by a veterinarian. In some areas, licensing fees are discounted
for altered animals. By neutering your dog, you enhance his chances of living a long healthy life, save yourself a great deal of
potential trouble and cost, and your pet will become a more content family member!
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