At Vets on Balwyn, we offer desexing procedures to keep your dog healthy and happy. Desexing, also known as spaying and neutering, is a surgical procedure that helps prevent unwanted pregnancies and offers various health and behavioural advantages.
In Victoria, small dogs are generally desexed around seven months of age, while larger dogs are typically desexed between 10 months and two years, based on their breed, sex, and any existing health concerns.
Desexing Options?
For Male Dogs
- Permanent Surgical Desexing (Castration): A permanent solution involving the surgical removal of the testicles.
- Temporary Contraception (Suprelorin): An implant providing temporary contraception, which allows you to monitor behavioural changes before opting for surgery.
For Female Dogs
- Spaying: Surgical removal of the ovaries and uterus.
Benefits of Desexing
Desexing your canine companion helps manage the pet population while offering significant health and behavioural benefits. Additionally, it qualifies you for discounts on council pet registration fees throughout your dog’s life.
Health Benefits
For Female Dogs (Spaying)
- Lowers the risk of mammary tumours
- Eliminates the risk of ovarian and uterine tumours
- Prevents pyometra, a serious uterine infection
For Male Dogs (Neutering)
- Reduces the risk of prostatic diseases
- Decreases the likelihood of perianal tumours
- Eliminates the risk of testicular cancer
- Helps curb unwanted behaviours such as marking, aggression, and wandering
For Male Dogs (Suprelorin Implant)
- A painless procedure that treats prostate and testicular problems
- Does not affect the growth and development of large-breed dogs
Desexing Care at Vets on Balwyn
At Vets on Balwyn, we ensure your dog’s desexing is managed with exceptional care.
Before the Surgery
- We will reach out to confirm all surgery details.
- Your dog will need to fast from midnight before the procedure.
- On the day of surgery, a nurse will review the consent form and procedure details with you.
During the Surgery
- A comprehensive health check and blood test will be conducted.
- If the results are as expected, the surgery will proceed; otherwise, we will inform you.
- A catheter will be used to deliver fluids and medications.
- Our experienced veterinary team will perform the surgery, with the anaesthetic monitored closely by a skilled nurse.
After the Surgery
- Your dog will be closely monitored while resting in a warm and comfortable bed.
- A tattoo will be applied to their left ear for identification.
- Pain relief medication will be administered, and an e-collar will be provided to protect the surgical site.
- We will follow up to update you on your dog’s recovery progress.
- A follow-up appointment will be scheduled within 3-5 days, with a second consultation in 10 -14 days for a recovery check-up. Both complimentary.
You will receive a detailed pre and post-surgery care guide, offering crucial information on preparing your dog for desexing and managing their recovery.
Contact Vets on Balwyn today to schedule an appointment or to learn more about spaying or neutering your dog.
