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Neutering, or castration, is the surgical removal of a male pet's testicles.

Ovariohysterectomy, or spay, is the surgical removal of a female pet's reproductive organs, the ovaries and uterus.

It is recommended that your female pet be spayed or male pet be neutered by six months of age.

It is recommended that your female pet be spayed or male pet be neutered by six months of age.

Adult size depends on breed, sex, and overall health of your pet.

Neutering, or castration, is the surgical removal of a male pet's testicles.

Ovariohysterectomy, or spay, is the surgical removal of a female pet's reproductive organs, the ovaries and uterus.

It is recommended that your female pet be spayed or male pet be neutered by six months of age.

It is recommended that your female pet be spayed or male pet be neutered by six months of age.

Adult size depends on breed, sex, and overall health of your pet.

Arthritis is the inflammation of a joint, which can cause pain and/or swelling. Several types exist.

A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye that interferes with the normal lens function. Cataracts are often age related. Injury, infections, toxins, congenital or inherited abnormalities, and several diseases (including diabetes) can cause cataract formation as well.

Many people realize pets are fun to snuggle, walk and play fetch with, but few know that pets also have been proven to help us live healthier, longer lives!

Many conditions affecting geriatric pets (classified as more than ten years old) can be avoided or minimized with proper preventive care throughout a pet's life.

Your pet's breed and size are important determinants and predictors of health issues he or she might experience with age.

Many people realize pets are fun to snuggle, walk and play fetch with, but few know that pets also have been proven to help us live healthier, longer lives!

Many conditions affecting geriatric pets (classified as more than ten years old) can be avoided or minimized with proper preventive care throughout a pet's life.

Your pet's breed and size are important determinants and predictors of health issues he or she might experience with age.