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Spaying and Neutering Programs in Indian Shelters and Why it is Important

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25 Dec, 2023

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"Those who are not born will not suffer."

As insignificant as it may seem, this quotation captures the essence of the hardship that innumerable strays, in particular in India, face on a daily basis.


Even though it is against the law, there are campaigns in India that involve animal cruelty and killing. The pain imposed on strays is severe! A routine spaying and neutering program is the only approach to deal with this issue. Campaigns for spaying and neutering stop undesired progeny, which stops suffering in the future.


What is spaying?


Spaying, also known as ovariohysterectomy, is a surgical procedure performed on female animals to remove their reproductive organs, including the ovaries and usually the uterus. This procedure is commonly carried out by veterinarians and is a form of sterilisation that renders the female incapable of reproduction.


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What is Neutering?


Neutering is a surgical procedure performed on male animals to remove their reproductive organs, specifically the testicles. The technical term for neutering in males is orchiectomy. This procedure is a form of sterilisation that renders the male incapable of producing sperm and impregnating females.



Neutering and spaying are critically important practices in animal shelters in India for several reasons: 


  • Dog and cat overpopulation is a widespread problem that increases the risk of illness, crowds shelters, and increases competition for resources. Spaying and neutering offer a compassionate and practical way to break the unending cycle of births, assisting shelters in better managing their populations.
  • For both male and female animals, these procedures greatly lower the risk of reproductive-related health problems. Males enjoy a lower risk of testicular cancer and some behavioral issues, while females benefit from a lower chance of mammary tumors and uterine infections (pyometra).
  • Unspayed females may experience distress during heat cycles, while unneutered males may display aggressive behaviors, territorial marking, and roaming tendencies. Animals that have been spayed or neutered tend to exhibit calmer and more sociable behaviors. This behavioral change helps create a more peaceful and flexible living environment for animals in shelters, where they frequently deal with stress and strange situations.
  • India's shelters actively participate in educational initiatives to support ethical pet ownership. An important part of this education is to encourage adopters to spay or neuter their pets. Shelters help to create a community that values and recognizes the significance of preventing unplanned litters and guaranteeing the well-being of their pets by integrating this message into adoption procedures.
  • It is a sustained financial commitment to animal welfare. When fewer animals are brought into shelters as a result of overcrowding, these institutions are able to better manage their resources and give each animal the care they need.



What are the difficulties that rescue teams face during the process?


While there are many advantages to spaying and neutering, there are also some hazards and difficulties. Anesthesia is used throughout the surgical treatments, which might be dangerous for pets with certain medical issues. Following surgery, pets may also feel pain and suffering; also, there is a chance of bleeding or infection.


Nonetheless, spaying and neutering typically has more advantages than disadvantages.

Conclusion

It is imperative that spaying and neutering animals in shelters throughout India be done. These practices address broader societal issues like illness prevention, overcrowding, and the development of a caring and responsible community in addition to improving the immediate well-being of individual animals. Spaying and neutering become essential instruments in creating a sustainable and compassionate future for animals in need while shelters carry out their essential work.

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