Population Management Flashcards
Ovariohysterectomy
Spaying by surgically removing the ovaries and uterus
Neutering
Sterilization of males and females
Orchiectomy
(Castration)
The sterilization of a male
Physical results of neutering in females
(ovaries and uterus removed)
Ends heat cycles
No more pregnancies
Physical results of neutering in males
(testicles removed)
Lack of sperm production and cessation of testosterone production
When to sterilize pets
Average age 5-9 months
The youngest time to neuter
8 weeks (with no ill effects)
Heat cycles length in dogs
21 days
Heat cycles symptoms in dogs
Passage of blood from genital area
Irritability and loss of appetite
excessive urination
Heat cycle occurrence
Every 21 days
Dog heat cycle beginning age
5 months (6-9 months)
Cat heat cycle beginning age
As early as 4.5 months
Misconceptions about neutering
-Pet should come into heat before spaying
It is better to be spayed before first cycle, this will reduce the incidence for mammary tumors
Misconceptions about neutering
- Pet will get fat and lazy
With the removal of testosterone and estrogen, some animals have a slower metabolism
- reduce food accordingly
- sterilized young, most animals will stay active
Misconceptions about neutering
- Dog will not guard home after neutering
Dogs will continue to protect their property
only sexual behaviors will be changed
