Why non-surgical sterilization instead of spay/neuter?
Surgical sterilization (spay/neuter) requires technical expertise, equipment, and time, and can only be provided by a licensed veterinarian. In many parts of the world, including parts of the U.S., veterinarians are not available for widespread, low-cost surgery. In addition, dogs and cats need time and a place to recover from surgery, which can present a challenge.
Surgical sterilization (spay/neuter) requires technical expertise, equipment, and time, and can only be provided by a licensed veterinarian. In many parts of the world, including parts of the U.S., veterinarians are not available for widespread, low-cost surgery. In addition, dogs and cats need time and a place to recover from surgery, which can present a challenge. The ideal contraceptive product would rapidly induce permanent sterilization, eliminate fertility and breeding behavior, and provide the same health benefits as spay/neuter while requiring only a single dose. The ideal product would be effective in dogs and cats of both sexes and all ages, and would be safe and easy to administer. At this time, no product fulfills all of these criteria, although products are under development.
