Why Spay & Neuter?
At Carberry Vet Clinic, we believe that spaying and neutering your cat or dog is one of the most important decisions you can make for their health, behavior, and the wellbeing of the community.
These procedures provide a wide range of benefits, from reducing the risk of serious diseases to helping prevent unwanted litters.
Health Benefits
Spaying and neutering significantly improve your pet’s long-term health:
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Female pets: Spaying prevents pyometra (life-threatening uterine infections) and mammary tumors, which can be malignant.
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Male pets: Neutering eliminates the risk of testicular cancer and reduces the chance of prostate problems in male dogs.
Routine spay/neuter surgery can help your pet live a longer, healthier life by reducing the risk of common reproductive-related diseases.
Behavioral Benefits
Spaying and neutering also help reduce unwanted or difficult behaviors:
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Less roaming and wandering
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Reduced urine marking and spraying
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Decreased aggression
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Calmer, more content pets, especially around other animals
By addressing behaviors often linked to sexual maturity, these procedures create a safer, more manageable, and happier companion for your household.
Preventing Unwanted Litters
Unexpected litters can create serious health and practical challenges for both the mother and the owner:
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Health risks for the mother: Difficult labor (dystocia), uterine infections, calcium deficiencies during lactation, and higher risk of birth complications.
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Emergency vet care: Unplanned pregnancies can require C-sections or intensive veterinary care.
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Time and financial demands: Bottle-feeding newborn kittens or puppies every 2–3 hours is time-consuming, expensive, and stressful, often affecting work schedules.
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Potential birth defects in the litter can require additional veterinary care.
The Community Impact in Manitoba
Manitoba has a significant cat overpopulation problem, which leads to regular shelter freezes when shelters are full. This strains resources and can limit the availability of services for pets and owners in urgent need. By spaying and neutering your pets, you are helping:
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Reduce shelter overcrowding
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Free up resources for pets in immediate need
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Decrease the number of unwanted kittens and puppies entering the system
Every spay or neuter makes a difference in supporting our local community and protecting animals.
Our Mission
At Carberry Vet Clinic, we are dedicated to supporting your pet’s health and happiness while helping prevent overpopulation. Spaying and neutering is a safe, routine procedure that benefits your pet, your family, and the community — giving your companion a longer, healthier, and more content life.