As interesting as anecdotal stories about pets are, spayed and neutered animals live substantially longer: male cats live 62% longer, females cats 39% longer, m

As interesting as anecdotal stories about pets are, spayed and neutered animals live substantially longer: male cats live 62% longer, females cats 39% longer, male dogs 18% longer, and female dogs live 23% longer. [1] The exact reasons are complex, with everything from decreased roaming behavior to lower cancer risk, but overall it is a beneficial practice. Really, unless you specifically feel you need to breed your animal, spaying or neutering is the way to go. [1] https://www.banfield.com/en/about-banfield/newsroom/press-releases/2013/spaying-and-neutering-may-contribute-to-longer-lif https://www.banfield.com/en/about-banfield/newsroom/press-re...