Neutering in dogs and cats: current scientific evidence and importance of adequate nutritional management
Thiago Henrique Annibale Vendramini, Andressa Rodrigues Amaral, Vivian Pedrinelli, Rafael Vessecchi Amorim Zafalon, Roberta Bueno Ayres Rodrigues, Márcio Antônio Brunetto
Abstract
Neutering or spaying is a commonly recommended veterinary procedure. However, veterinarians are often confronted with conflicting findings and differences in concepts regarding practice and proper nutritional management after the procedure. The objective of the present review was to bring to light the most recent literature, summarise it and discuss the findings focusing on the risks and benefits of neutering in dogs and cats, and to determine the appropriate nutritional management for these animals.
Topics & Concepts
NeuteringMedicineCATSInternal medicineVeterinary Medicine and SurgeryHuman-Animal Interaction StudiesVeterinary Pharmacology and Anesthesia