Spaying your dog is a paw-sitive step toward a healthier, happier life 🐶✨ It helps prevent serious health issues like uterine infections and mammary cancer, avoids surprise litters, and means no heat cycles (your couch will thank you 😉). A quick procedure, a little rest, and a lifetime of benefits. If you have questions about timing or recovery, our team is always happy to help keep your best girl feeling her best 💗 | Veterinary Medical Center of Athens

Why Keeping Your Dog Intact Can Benefit Their Lifelong Health Most pet parents are told that spaying/neutering early is the “responsible” thing to do… but the science tells a far more nuanced story. For many dogs—especially large breeds—keeping them intact longer can dramatically improve long-term health outcomes. Here’s what research (including work cited by Dr. Karen Becker, Parsemus Foundation, and veterinary orthopedic studies) shows: ✨ Potential Benefits of Delaying or Avoiding Spay/Neuter

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