Spay & Neuter
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 Daylily Animal Hospital, our experienced veterinarians provide safe, compassionate surgical care tailored to your pet’s needs.
Spaying
Pet spaying is a surgical procedure performed on female cats and dogs. The process is called an ovariohysterectomy and involves removing the patient’s uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes, rendering the animal incapable of reproduction. Daylily Animal Hospital veterinarians recommend spaying your pet at 3-6 months, depending on your dog’s breed and ideally before the patient’s first heat.
Benefits:
- Prevents unwanted pregnancies
- Eliminates the risk of ovarian and uterine tumors
- Remove the possibility of uterine infections
What to expect after surgery
Spaying requires 7-10 days of recovery time. Recovery may also include pain medication and lethargy is common for the first couple of days following the procedure. It’s extremely important that you monitor your pet and use a cone to prevent the animal from licking or biting the incision to reduce the risk of infection.
Neutering
Pet neutering is performed on male cats and dogs. This process castrates the animal, removing their testicles and making them unable to impregnate females. Neutering is advised when your pet is 4-6 months old but can be performed on older animals as well. It’s important to get your cat or dog neutered to keep them healthy.
Benefits
- 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.
What to expect after surgery
Although less invasive than spaying, neutering is still a major medical procedure that requires recovery time. Recovery includes pain medication, and lethargy is common for the first couple of days following the procedure. It’s extremely important that you monitor your pet and use a cone to prevent the animal from licking or biting the incision to reduce the risk of infection.
The Daylily Difference
We go beyond the basics to provide a safe, compassionate, and personalized surgical experience.
What Does Spaying & Neutering Look Like at Daylily Animal Hospital?
Step 1: Schedule Spay or Neuter: Call (512) 601-6121 to schedule a time that is convenient for you. Owners can choose to book a pre-surgical exam and bloodwork appointment prior to surgery day, or we can complete the exam, any necessary vaccination updates, and the bloodwork the morning of the spay or neuter.
Step 2: Pre-Surgical Exam & Bloodwork: Whether at a pre-surgical appointment or on surgery day, our doctor will perform a comprehensive health assessment and bloodwork to ensure your pet is in optimal condition for surgery.
Step 3: Surgery: We’ll provide a drop-off time. Our team will spay or neuter your pet, keeping their safety and comfort at the forefront.
Step 4: Recovery: 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.
Pet Spays and Neuters in Hutto, TX
To learn more about spaying and neutering, or to schedule an appointment to get your pet spayed or neutered, contact us at (512) 601-6121 or request an appointment online.
