Every pet deserves a loving and respectful home: please only consider acquiring a pet if you will be able to take care of its long-term needs. Also, consider choosing your animal companion from a shelter, where there are so many wonderful furry friends who need a forever home.

In this video, veterinarian Dr. Ross Bernstein covers what we should know before spaying or neutering our beloved canines.

The choice to spay or neuter a pet may be one of the most important decisions taken in terms of impacting our companions’ long-term health. The decision can help protect them against certain illnesses, address unwanted behaviours and save lives by reducing overpopulation.

View the original video here.

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