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This directory looks at common house pets and discusses whether or not it is necessary to castrate them.
Castration is a bit of a sore point when it comes to pet ownership, and there are many different opinions on different pets as to if you need to castrate them or not. Many people feel that castration is almost always necessary, but this is not true. Others believe that castration is a horrific thing to do to an animal, when in fact in many cases it can improve the animal’s quality of life.
The truth is somewhere between these two. In the end, you are committing gender mutilation on the animal, but the resultant increase in quality of life may very well justify the initial distress to the animal. However the reasons and justifications for castration vary from animal to animal. This piece discusses four of the most commonly castrated animals:
Dogs are often castrated, and despite what people think, it is not always necessary. This article will help you decide if you need to castrate your dog.
Cats are often spayed, but in some cases you may not need to resort to this. This article discusses how to be a responsible cat owner, balancing the needs of your pet with the needs of your neighbors, and other cats in the area.
Rabbits
Many people don't realize that castrating pet rabbits is often a very humane thing to do. This article will tell you why, as well as other important considerations.
Rats
Rats are pack animals and like dogs rely on dominance. Some rats may be overly aggressive though, and castration may be in order. Read this article for more details.
