There are dozens of great reasons to spay or neuter your pet, yet many pet owners are unaware of the consequences of not spaying or neutering until it is too late.  If you are thinking about pet adoption, or are already a new pet owner, here is some key information you should know about the benefits of spaying or neutering, and the dangers of waiting.

Behavior

A common concern among pet owners when it comes to spaying and neutering is the fear that to do so will somehow alter a pet’s personality.  Medical professionals agree this is not the case, but it will alter certain behavior.

For example, intact pets are far more likely to wander away from home in search of a mate, leading to the possibility of loss, theft, or an accident, not to mention the very