Spay and Neuter: Why Is It Important

Spaying and neutering align with our philosophy that every pet deserves quality medicine and a long, healthy life. These procedures also help reduce the number of stray animals entering shelters each year. At Jonesville Animal Hospital, we educate and support clients to make the best decisions for their pets. When you schedule your pet's surgery with us, rest assured they’re in caring, capable hands. Safety and pain management are our top priorities, and we adhere to the highest standards for every procedure.

Choosing the Right Time

While we generally recommend spaying and neutering at 7-12 months old, the timing can vary:

Females: Ideally before their first heat cycle to decrease cancer risks.
Large Breed Dogs: Often wait until they are nearly a year old to allow for proper growth.
Health Factors: If there are other health issues, we may delay surgery to address those first.

Benefits of Spaying and Neutering

Spaying:

Prevents pregnancy
Reduces roaming and loud vocalizing
Lowers mammary and ovarian cancer risks
Prevents pyometra (uterine infection)

Neutering:

Reduces aggressiveness
Decreases roaming, vocalizing, and mounting behaviors
Lowers prostate and testicular cancer risks
Reduces risks of perineal hernias and tumors

Consult with Your Veterinarian

We are committed to guiding you through every step of the spay or neuter process, ensuring that both you and your pet feel comfortable and reassured. Our veterinarians and team are always available to provide detailed information and answer any questions you may have before or after the procedure. Feel free to reach out to us at (352) 331-7050 for assistance.

I could not love a place of business any more than I do Jonesville Animal Hospital. Both veterinarians are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and loving towards the animals. The staff has some of the friendliest people I've met, and their professionalism is top-notch. The facility is large, clean, and modern, and the extended hours are fantastic for working professionals. Thank you for being so great to our dog, Charlie!

- Amy

Dr. Vliet and Dr. Lerman are awesome! When one of my dogs was afraid of going to the vet, they worked with me to make her visits as stress-free as possible. They go out of their way to make every visit great and the facility is clean and inviting. They know me by name when I come to buy dog food and always offer to bring it to the car for me if I have my two young daughters with me.

- Christopher

I have had the privilege of having Dr. Lerman taking care of our animals for over 20 years. The compassion, knowledge and attention to detail displayed in the variety of situations we have experienced is truly amazing and appreciated. It is so evident that everyone associated with Jonesville Animal Hospital has a true love of providing quality care for animals.

- Bob

The staff at Jonesville Animal Hospital is always exceptional! Our beloved Border Collie, Mysti, was a patient there for 10 years, and we always felt as if they loved her as much as we did. Even after her passing they sent our family the most heart felt, loving message to console us. We think the world of the entire team! Now our new puppy, Boo, will enjoy their loving care too.

- Gina

The Doctors and Staff at Jonesville Animal Hospital are top-notch. They stayed late, performed emergency surgeries after "normal" business hours, and made sure to call and update me of their status even though it was 9PM at night. I feel like they treat each pet as if it were their own, and always have the best interest of the pet in mind.

- Heather

Jonesville Animal Hospital is simply the best! Our dogs have been patients at Jonesville Animal Hospital ever since it was first opened by Dr. Vliet and Dr. Lerman. They have cared for our whippet and our two greyhounds. The expert care, knowledge, and compassion shown to us by Drs. Vliet and Lerman and their entire team is outstanding. It is obvious that they love our dogs.

- Rita

I have entrusted the care of my three dogs to Drs. Vliet and Lerman for about 10 years and am so pleased with their practice. I like that I've never had to deal with a waiting room full of animals; they check every patient in quickly and get them into exam rooms to avoid any "doggy personality differences!" Their support staff always make my dogs feel welcomed, non-threatened and their favorite patients of all time!

- Sherri

The wonderful care provided to our three cats, at Jonesville Animal Hospital, makes me wish that they were my health care providers! Dr. Vliet and Dr. Lerman have given our cats exceptional care at every visit. They've helped us navigate behavior issues and patiently saw us to a resolution. These fine vets have put together an incredible staff, all of whom adore animals! I cannot say enough about JAH, and highly recommend them!

- Shirley

I recently moved to the Gainesville area, and I was thrilled to discover Jonesville Animal Hospital. My 10-year-old Lab suffers from a few health problems and I wanted to find a top-notch local vet for her. Jonesville Animal Hospital has more than exceeded my expectations. This is by far the best service I've ever received from a veterinary hospital.