Oak Village Animal Hospital

Now that the holidays are over, we can get back to our normal routines. Have you had your pet spayed or neutered?? If not, Oak Village Animal Hospital is offering reduced rates on spays and neuters. Having your pet spayed or neutered is the most responsible thing we can do for them. Here is some information on these procedures:

“Spay” is a term used for female dogs. It involves removing the reproductive organs and requires a overnight stay.

“Neuter” is a term used for male dogs. It involves removing the testicles. The male dogs stay just for the day not overnight.

Both of these procedures are performed under a general anesthesia and can be done as early as 6 months of age. Lab work ensures the safety of these procedures and can be done the same day as the surgery. If you are unsure about whether or not to spay or neuter your pet here is some information that may change your mind:

Female dogs and cats may develop breast tumors that can spread to the lungs and other mammory glands. Also, unspayed females are prone to uterine infections called pyometra and usually require surgery. Male dogs and cats that are unneutered may develop perianal tumors and prostate problems which may require surgery. Also, males that are unneutered will mark their territory with urine indiscriminately.

If you have any questions or to make an appointment, please call our office at 708-499-3595 and we will be happy to help you.