Articles tagged with 'Desexing'
Is desexing mandatory for cats and dogs?
Note: Desexing is the term generally used in Australia to refer to any kind of surgical sterilisation that permanently renders an animal incapable of reproducing. However, the legal definition may differ depending on the jurisdiction. The term sterilisation is used here.
How can we best manage domestic cats in Australia?
There are an estimated 5. 3 million owned cats in Australia; cats are the second most popular pet and 33% of households own a cat.
I think my guinea pig might be pregnant, what should I do?
The best thing is to take your guinea pig to your vet for a pregnancy diagnosis. They can diagnose a pregnancy in various ways depending on how long your guinea pig has been pregnant.
Should I have my pet desexed?
Note: Desexing is the term generally used in Australia to refer to surgical sterilisation that permanently renders an animal incapable of reproducing. However, the legal definition may differ depending on the jurisdiction. Hence, sterilisation is used throughout this article.
Why should I have my cat desexed?
Desexing cats before they can reproduce plays an integral role in reducing cat overpopulation and there are also many health and welfare benefits for individual cats.
What are trap-neuter-return programs in cat management?
The management of unowned and semi-owned cats is a complex issue. Trap-neuter-return (TNR) is one method promoted as a humane alternative to lethal cat control for managing and reducing populations of unowned and semi-owned cats.
Why should I desex my rabbits?
Desexing has numerous benefits for both male and female pet rabbits including reducing problem behaviours, facilitating easier bonding with new rabbits joining the family, preventing unwanted pregnancies, and minimising health issues in the future such as cancer of reproductive organs.
What do I need to know about reproductive control in ferrets (including desexing)?
Some important things to know about ferrets and reproduction: A male ferret is called a ‘hob’. A female ferret is called a ‘jill’. Jills are ‘induced ovulators’. This means that the release of eggs (ovulation) from the jill’s ovaries is induced by mating.
How should I groom my rats?
Rats are very clean and usually do a great job of grooming themselves. Washing your rat Because of their cleanliness, rats rarely need a wash. The exceptions are elderly or arthritic pets who can’t wash themselves, or pets who have somehow gotten really dirty and can’t clean themselves.
What do I need to know about reproduction in mice?
Mice mature and can breed at a young age (even as young as four weeks of age), breed prolifically, and have large litter sizes.