Beat The Heat!

At Animal Aid, we see more than our fair share of unexpected litters—puppies and kittens alike. It’s a constant reminder of just how important desexing really is. Our vision is to lead the way in animal welfare—proactively working to reduce pet homelessness and prevent unwanted animals in our community. Desexing is a key part of that mission.

Throughout July, in support of National Desexing Month, we’re offering discounted desexing at our Vet Clinic for both cats and dogs.

Please share this important message with friends and family. Every desexing appointment makes a difference.

Desexing your pet:

Prevents surprise litters
Reduces pressure on shelters
Supports calmer, healthier animals
Helps stop your pet from becoming the neighbourhood escape artist or heartbreaker

If your dog’s been strutting their stuff at the park or your cat’s trying to sneak out after dark – now’s the time to act!

To book or learn more, contact our Vet Clinic on (03) 8756 1300

Why should I desex?

There are so many reasons to have your pet desexed – see below for just some of the reasons as listed by The National Desexing Network

If you have any questions or concerns about the procedure please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Veterinary Team!

Health

  • Reduced risk of getting cancer or other diseases of the reproductive organs, such as testicular cancer, prostate cancer/disorders in males, and cystic ovaries, ovarian tumors, acute uterine infections and breast cancer in females, and also other diseases like mammary cancer, perianal tumors and perianal hernias.
  • Females can suffer from physical and nutritional exhaustion if continually breeding.
  • Pets generally live longer and healthier lives.

Behavioural

  • Pets are less prone to wander, fight, and are less likely to get lost or injured.
  • Reduces territorial behaviour such as spraying indoors.
  • Less likely to suffer from anti-social behaviors. They become more affectionate and become better companions.
  • Eliminates “heat” cycles in female cats and their efforts to get outside in search for a mate.

Cost

  • Reduces the cost to the community of having to care for unwanted  kittens in  shelters.
  • No additional food or vet bills for the offspring.
  • No need to find homes for unwanted or unexpected litters of kittens.
  • Save money from expensive surgeries from car accidents or fights, which are less likely to occur if your pet doesn’t roam around.
  • Dumping  kittens is an ethical cost, as well as being illegal and inhumane.