02/23/2026
February is Spay and Neuter Awareness Month, and from the emergency room side of veterinary medicine, we see firsthand why this conversation matters.
Regularly, we treat preventable emergencies tied directly to pets that are not spayed or neutered, including life threatening infections like pyometra, difficult and dangerous births (dystocia), and certain reproductive cancers. These situations are often urgent, emotionally overwhelming, and far more costly than a routine procedure.
This month, we will be sharing a short series that takes a closer look at these conditions that will include what they are, how they happen, and how spaying or neutering can help protect your pet from ever experiencing them.
Our goal isn't judgement - it is education and prevention. We want to help you make informed decisions and keep your pets safe, healthy, and out of the ER whenever possible.
Stay tuned for our upcoming posts as we break down:
Pyometra
Dystocia
Reproductive cancers
Prevention saves lives 🐾♥️
