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Amy Wilkinson CIS1020 Section 25 August 3, 2011
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This chart represents the effects of an unspayed female and her mate. In eight years, more than 2 million kittens will be born if none of the offspring are spayed or neutered.
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Humane Society of Utah DogsSpay CostNeuter Cost < 50 lbs.$50$48 51-70 lbs.$60$58 71-85 lbs.$70$68 86-99 lbs.$80$78 100+ lbs.$100 + $1 per lb. over CatsSpay CostNeuter Cost All sizes$35$25 4242 South 300 West Murray, UT 84107 Phone: (801) 261-2919 www.utahhumane.org
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No More Homeless Pets Offer ‘Free Fix’ vouchers for those on financial assistance. Organize “Big Fix” events for discounted services. 8029 South 700 East Sandy, UT 84070 Phone: (801) 432-2124 www.utahpets.org
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Female Pets: Prevent uterine infections Prevent breast cancer 50% fatal in dogs and 90% fatal in cats! Male Pets: Prevent testicular cancer Prevent prostate tumors and infection
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Unneutered dogs will go to great lengths to find a mate including: Digging under fences Jumping fences Bolting out the front door Risks: Getting lost Fighting Being injured or killed in traffic
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Pet Aggression Consequences: Injury to pet or humans Costly veterinary and medical bills Court battles and fines Euthanasia Emotional trauma Avoid aggression problems – Neuter by 6 months!
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Growling Guarding possessions Snapping Snarling Aggressive barking Lunging on or off the leash with barking or growling Biting
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Unneutered dogs and cats are more likely to mark their territory all over your house. Neuter early (by age six months): Keep marking from becoming a habit Avoid unwanted odors Save money on cleaning expenses
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“Heat” refers to the mating period after the female ovulation cycle Typical heat for dogs lasts 4 to 5 days Typical heat for cats lasts 15 to 22 days Female cats loudly meow and urinate more frequently to attract mates
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Millions of cats and dogs are euthanized each year due to unplanned litters. 20,000 cats are killed each year in Utah shelters alone!
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Please do your part in keeping our pets healthy and happy! Get your pet spayed or neutered and share this information with a friend!
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