Desexing

Surgeries

Desexing for your pet

Desexing or neutering involves removing part of a pet’s reproductive system so that they can’t have babies.

Usually we perform this procedure are dogs and cats but other animals like rabbits and ferrets can also be desexed. In female animals it is called a “spey” and in males it is referred to as “castration”.

Why desex my pet at Vets of Geelong?

Desexing ultimately prevents unwanted pregnancies in female cats and dogs. It helps stop unwanted attention from males and reduces the wandering instinct. There are also health benefits associated with desexing. Desexing actually reduces the risk of cancers in both males and females, as well as other life threatening conditions such as pyometra. With the large number of strays and abandoned animals euthanised every year we recommend you desex your pet. Maximum benefits are achieved if desexing is done at a young age. We only use state of the art anaesthetics and our local suburb vets are very experienced in desexing surgery – your pet will be in the safest of hands.

Is Pet Desexing Really Necessary?

Pet desexing plays a vital role in promoting responsible pet ownership and improving the lives of animals. By desexing your pet, you help prevent unplanned litters, ensuring that every animal has the opportunity to find a loving home and live a happy, healthy life.

Pet desexing also contributes to your pet’s overall well-being, reducing the risk of certain health issues and unwanted behaviors. By making this compassionate choice, you’re helping to create a brighter future for pets and supporting a community where every animal is valued and cared for.

Aside from just dog neutering and cat desexing in Geelong, our vet clinics also neuter pets like rabbits and ferrets guinea pigs to avoid unwanted litters and interbreeding. Read More

Looking For Cat Desexing Near Me…

All our 3 veterinary clinics across Geelong offer cat neutering for both males and females. Female cats can come into season multiple times per year if left entire and have increased chances of developing certain cancers, as do males, who will also be more likely to wander and fight, spreading infection and increasing their chances of road traffic accidents. Cat neutering is considered a routine surgery, and our staff are highly trained and experienced at performing it. We only use gold standard anaesthetic protocols so your feline furry will be back home with you in no time. If you are wondering where to find cat neutering near me, then contact your nearest surgery either at Lara, Highton or Geelong West to make an appointment.

Where To Find Dog Neutering Near Me?

Vets Of Geelong are highly experienced in dog neutering and perform these surgeries routinely. Aside from the obvious risk of unwanted puppies, neutering reduces certain cancers in male and female dogs and also prevents pyometra from developing in un-neutered females, a condition that can be life-threatening. Entire female dogs in season can drive the males crazy, and entire males are likely to wander far and wide and fight for a female in season. Dog desexing in Geelong helps keep the dog population down, and the harmony between all the dogs, up! Call us today to find out the best time to get your dog neutered. Read Less

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An amazing team of health care professionals. They have provided exceptional care to all of our pets on every occasion. Their professionalism and skills have especially been appreciated in the last few months. Thanks to them one of our cats has survived a snake bite and another one has successfully undergone a necessary and intensive surgery very successfully. This is additional to the ongoing routine care they provide to our other pets. I have the highest regard for the teams at both Geelong West and Highton. Thank you so much for the work that you do and the care that you provide.

Sharon Didone

Repeated amazing experiences at Highton Vet! They have a lovely vet who knows how to treat rabbits (so rare!) and is so loving whenever I take my little bun in. All the staff fawn over her and are just so kind. I’m so thankful to have Highton has our local vet

Breanna Frost

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Peter Fitzgerald

Highly recommend Vets of Geelong, will be definitely changing to this practice from now on! After taking my cat Honey that had an eye issue to our regular vet 3-4 times over 3 months with no real resolution, I came here for one appointment and given such good advice, treatment & care. Honey’s eye has now cleared up and not had any flare ups for over a month and she’s loving it!

Elisabeth Dungey

Our main vet Annie has looked after our boy Badger so well along with the rest of the team. They've really brought him so much happiness in his old age. Love the ID tags as well, brilliant idea.

Chloe Drummond

Very happy with the service provided and would highly recommend the Geelong West vet to anyone who needs any form of pet care. Kind and caring staff who take pride in making you and for me my cat feel safe . The after care support is excellent as well.

Craig Smith

Have been to both Highton and Geelong West Veterinary Clinics and both have been outstanding with their friendliness, care and compassion towards both patient and clients. I was very satisfied with the care/treatment my animals received. I just received a follow up letter asking how my Dog is doing and some goodies/vouchers. How lovely

Olivia Addison

Visits to the vet can sometimes be a difficult experience, but Vets of Geelong (Geelong West and Highton) make it that little bit easier. Very friendly staff and welcoming. I really appreciate the follow up calls the next day - a nice bonus touch!

David Keele

Can not recommend more highly. The guys at reception are lovely, and the Vets & nurses really know their stuff. Our pets love them too ❤️ Prices are extremely competitive also, thanks for looking after our little ones!

Anais Nin

What an experience, amazing ♡ From walking in the door...to keeping my best friend in great health. Thanks Vets of Geelong for the level of care, and to Josie and James especially for their genuine care and empathy toward our family. #memorable

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