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Why spaying/neutering your dog could be the most powerful tool we have to save dogs' lives and support local shelters
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Why Spay and Neuter?
1.) Prevent overpopulation of dogs (especially in dog shelters)
2.) Protect against potentially dangerous diseases
3.) Better behaved dogs
4.) Longer life spans
Did you know that the San Diego Humane Society had a record high of around 201 puppies in their shelter?
Did you know that the San Diego Humane Society had a record high of around 201 puppies in their shelter?
As of 2026, the San Diego Humane Society is operating at 167% capacity for dogs.
As of 2026, the San Diego Humane Society is operating at 167% capacity for dogs.
The San Diego Humane Society had over 13,000 dogs enter their shelters in 2025. Continuing into 2026 this number of dogs continues to grow.
The San Diego Humane Society had over 13,000 dogs enter their shelters in 2025. Continuing into 2026 this number of dogs continues to grow.
Overpopulation is the #1 reason for dog shelter crowding.
Benefits for everyone-
For the dog: Spaying your female dog can prevent uterine infections and reduce the risk of breast cancer. Neutering your male dog can help defeat testicular cancer
For the owner: Spaying/Neutering your dog prevents unwanted puppies which is less expensive for the owner. Provides behavioral benefits as this procedure decreases certain hormones that relate to mating behaviors that may frustrate owners.
For San Diego: Less strays on the streets, less dogs in local shelters = more dogs in loving homes
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