Why You Should Spay or Neuter Your Pet Before Six Months of Age

Spaying or neutering your pet is one of the most responsible and impactful decisions you can make as a pet owner. While these procedures are beneficial at any age, performing them before your pet reaches six months of age provides unique advantages for both your pet and the community.

At the Humane Society of Utah, we’re passionate about educating pet owners on the importance of early spay/neuter. We are excited to offer a special promotion at our St. George clinic to help make it easier than ever.

Why Spay or Neuter Before Six Months of Age?

1. Prevent Unwanted Litters

Did you know cats and dogs can mature sexually at four to six months old? By spaying or neutering your pet before this age, you eliminate the risk of accidental litters and help reduce the number of homeless animals entering shelters each year.

2. Health Benefits

Early spay or neuter can help protect your pet from certain cancers and infections. For female pets, spaying before their first heat cycle significantly lowers the risk of uterine infections and breast cancer. Neutering males can prevent testicular cancer and reduce the risk of prostate issues.

3. Behavioral Improvements

Spaying and neutering can also prevent hormone-driven behaviors such as roaming/escaping, spraying/marking, or aggression. Pets who undergo these procedures early are often calmer, more focused on their people, and better companions.

4. Easier Recovery

Younger pets recover more quickly from spay or neuter surgery than older animals. At six months or younger, pets experience shorter healing times and fewer post-operative complications, making it an ideal time for the procedure.

Special Offer: $25/$15 Off Spay/Neuter for Dogs/Cats Under Six Months!

To encourage early spay and neuter, the Humane Society of Utah’s St. George clinic offers $25 off spay and neuter procedures for dogs under six months of age!

Here’s what you need to know:

• Eligibility: This offer applies to dogs and cats six months of age or younger at the time of the procedure (not the time of scheduling).

• Offer Period: The promotion will run until May 1, 2025.

• How to Schedule: Contact our St. George clinic to book your pet’s spay or neuter appointment online; enter code EARLY to receive $25 off a puppy spay/neuter or $15 off a kitten spay/neuter.

Why Take Action Now?

Spaying or neutering your pet early is a simple yet profound way to improve their quality of life, protect their health, and contribute to the fight against pet overpopulation. By scheduling your pet’s surgery before six months of age, you’ll give them the best possible start while ensuring your community benefits as well.