Desexing your pet at Willunga and Aldinga Vet

We recommend desexing your dog and cat for a number of reasons. Desexing can reduce aggressive and territorial behaviours, like fighting and wandering. It can reduce the incidence of disease such as mammary and testicular cancer, prostate diseases, perineal hernias and uterine issues such as pyometron (a potentially life threatening condition where the uterus fills with pus). It also reduces the number of unwanted puppies and kittens.

Desexing is a routine day surgery that requires a general anaesthetic, with pets being admitted the morning of the surgery and generally going home late afternoon. For female dogs and cats, desexing involves the removal of the ovaries and the uterus (ovariohysterectomy) through a small incision made on the abdomen. For male dogs, it involves the removal of both testicles through an incision just in front of the scrotum (for dogs) or two incisions made on the scrotum (for cats). During surgery a tattoo will be placed on the inside of the left ear as an indicator your pet has been desexed.

Free Desexing advice consultations for dogs

There is updated advice regarding when desexing is best for your dog. This will take into account the size and breed of your dog and other health factors. We offer free desexing advice consultations to help you decide the best time for your dog.