Desexing

Desexing may be a routine procedure, but we don’t treat it as routine care.

At The Veterinary Surgery, every desexing patient receives a veterinary assessment, general anaesthesia, appropriate pain relief and careful monitoring throughout the procedure and recovery. Our experienced veterinary and nursing team will also talk you through what to expect before and after surgery.

Why desex my pet?

Desexing prevents unwanted pregnancies and may provide a number of health and behavioural benefits.

In female dogs and cats, desexing eliminates the risk of pyometra, a potentially serious infection of the uterus, and can reduce the risk of some reproductive diseases. In males, it prevents testicular disease and may help reduce behaviours such as roaming, urine marking and unwanted mating behaviour.

The best time to desex can vary depending on your pet’s species, breed, size and individual circumstances. Our veterinarians can discuss the most appropriate timing for your pet.

Booking your pet for desexing

New patients: 
If we have not seen your pet before, a full health consultation will be required before proceeding to surgery. 

Existing patients: 
If we have seen your pet within the past six months, our team can usually book the surgery without an additional consultation.
If we have not seen your pet within the past six months, a brief veterinary consultation is required before surgery.

For more information about desexing, or to discuss the best timing for your pet, please contact The Veterinary Surgery.