The health implications of sterilizing dogs and cats are complex and highly individualized. Pet owners, animal advocates and veterinarians should be able to talk about them openly and honestly. But we ...

One of the smartest decisions you can make as a dog or cat parent is ensuring you neuter or spay them. That's not just to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Any surgery, even a routine one like a spaying, can be traumatizing for both the dog and the dog parent. Even though there are ...

Spaying and neutering are widely recommended for good reason. These procedures reduce unwanted litters, lower the risk of several serious diseases, and can help curb certain behavior issues. But while ...

Q Can my pet be too old to spay or neuter, or to reproduce? A Generally speaking, it is always better to perform elective procedures such as spaying or neutering on young, healthy animals. It ...

If you are an artist of any kind — painting, photography, craft, video, sculpture, really any kind — and you like cats, look into the Meowsterpieces art show and competition being held by SOCKS. The ...

Les Masterson is a deputy editor and insurance analyst at Forbes Advisor. He has been a journalist, reporter, editor and content creator for more than 25 years. He has covered insurance for a decade, ...