As a doting pet owner, you might be apprehensive about taking your animal to the veterinarian’s office for spaying or neutering. Although these common sterilization procedures might seem unnatural or cruel, veterinarians do everything in their power to make the process as simple, painless, and rewarding as possible. In fact, spaying and neutering can even be good for your pet, your family, and your neighborhood.

Here are three reasons to spay and neuter your dogs and cats.

Maintain Your Household

Although an additional puppy or kitty might not seem difficult to take care of, many pet owners are surprised by the collective burden of multiple animals. In addition to paying more for food and veterinary care, multiple pets can take a toll on your furniture and carpet—costing you extra time and money. Fortunately, by spaying or neutering your pets, you can prevent additional births that will alter your ability to maintain household harmony.

Keep Your Pet Healthy

Believe it or not, spaying and neutering can benefit your pet’s health. Spaying will reduce the risk of mammary tumors and uterine cancer in females, and neutering reduces a male animal’s instinct to roam—preventing auto accidents and animal deaths. Both males and females tend to live longer, healthier lives when they are spayed or neutered.

Protect Your Community

An estimated 70 million stray animals are living in the United States, putting a strain on local animal control groups and making it hard to maintain public properties. By spaying or neutering your pets, you can help control the pet population and protect your community.

Do you need to have your furry friend spayed or neutered? Make an appointment for your companion at High Point Veterinary Hospital today. In addition to medical services like vaccinations, dental care, and emergency surgeries, this North Carolina veterinarian also offers boarding and grooming. To request an appointment, send them a message online or call (336) 889-3832.