Desexing
Desexing is a common surgical procedure that can offer important health benefits for dogs and cats, as well as preventing unwanted litters.
Our team will help you choose the right time for your pet and guide you through every step, from preparation to a comfortable recovery at home.
Helping your pet live a healthier life
As well as preventing unwanted litters, desexing has important health benefits for both female and male dogs and cats.
The benefits of desexing include:
- No pregnancies or unwanted litters
- Protection for females against uterine infections such as pyometra
- A possible lower risk of mammary tumours in females
- No risk of testicular cancer in males
- Less roaming, urine marking and mating-related behaviour in some males
WHAT WE BELIEVE
Every pet deserves
to be treated as an individual.
Compassion first
We want every visit to feel calm, respectful and comfortable for your pet.
Care that's considered
We look beyond the immediate problem to understand your pet's overall health.
Clear communication
We keep you informed and explain your options in straightforward language.
Here for the long term
We're here to support your pet throughout their changing needs and different stages of life.
What happens during surgery?
Desexing is performed under general anaesthesia, with careful monitoring and pain relief throughout. Before surgery, your pet will have a health assessment, and we may recommend a pre-anaesthetic blood test. Our nursing team watches over your pet as they recover, and we’ll give you clear instructions for a comfortable recovery at home.
When is the right time to desex my pet?
The ideal age depends on your pet’s species, breed, size and health. Cats and smaller dogs are often desexed earlier, while some larger dogs may benefit from waiting until they are more physically mature. Our veterinarians will help you work out the best timing for your pet.
HOW WE CAN HELP
What can we help with?
We understand that surgery can feel daunting. Our team is here to answer your questions
and guide you through every step, including:
Desexing
AdviceTalk to us about the benefits of desexing and whether it’s right for your pet.
The Right
TimingWe’ll help you choose the best age to desex, based on your pet’s species, breed, size and health.
Pre-Surgery
ChecksA health assessment before surgery, with a pre-anaesthetic blood test when we recommend one.
Anaesthesia &
Pain ReliefCareful monitoring under general anaesthesia, with pain relief to keep your pet comfortable.
Recovery &
Home CareOur nursing team watches over your pet as they recover, and we explain how to care for them at home.
We help them
because they're family.
From their first visit to their golden years, we're here to help your pet live a healthier, happier life.
