Why do you spay/neuter puppies and kittens? Doesn't it harm them to do this when they are young?

Spaying and neutering puppies and kittens does not harm them and greatly decreases the pet overpopulation problem. A veterinarian can tell you if the puppy or kitten is too young and when the best time will be to spay/neuter your pet. Not spaying your pet leaves the possibility of unwanted litters. If you have any questions about it please call our Animal Control expert. Early age neutering and spaying also virtually eliminates mammary (breast) cancer and testicular cancer and will reduce any future prostate problems. There is no good reason not to spay or neuter! Please call 765-423-9388 for more information.

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1. Why should I get my pet spayed/neutered?
2. What vaccinations does my dog need?
3. What vaccinations does my cat need?
4. Why should I keep a collar and identification tags on my pet?
5. How do I deal with fleas?
6. What is heartworm and what do I do about it?
7. What is Lyme disease and what do I do about it?
8. Why do you spay/neuter puppies and kittens? Doesn't it harm them to do this when they are young?
9. Can my pet catch anything from raccoons or other wildlife?