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Post a new topicby contentuser on Wed Dec 19, 2007 12:56 pm


Neutering, also known as altering, castration, fixing, and medically, orchidectomy, is the surgical removal of a male animal's testicles. Neutering is a routine veterinary procedure performed while the pet is anesthetized. Depending on the circumstances, the procedure may require a night of hospitalization. Most veterinarians recommend neutering a pet at about 6 months of age.



There are several reasons to neuter a pet. One, significant reason is to prevent pet overpopulation. There are ...Read the full article

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