Animal sterilization is a topic that causesa lot of controversy. Despite the educational work of veterinarians, shelters and volunteers, many are still confident that this step is inhuman and cruel. However, the arguments of the supporters of "humanity" are often a confusing series of logic-free statements. How does things really happen? Let's take a look at the question one by one.
Social attitude
As a rule, opponents of animal sterilizationare those who have no pets at all. These same people like to be perturbed about the irresponsibility of the municipal authorities regarding packs of stray dogs. On the one hand, they condemn the castration, but on the other hand, they are not averse to resorting to the services of dog-hunters themselves.
The problem lies in the low levelawareness. Most opponents simply do not think about reasonable alternatives to catching and shooting. Fortunately, confident arguments and reasoned statements by experts can work wonders. Nowadays, more and more skeptics are thinking about the rationality of this approach.
Nature will figure it out ...
Perhaps this statement is a favorite andmost common among those who oppose the sterilization of stray animals. Of course, we will not doubt the wisdom of mother nature. But let's honestly admit that man intervened in the course of natural evolutionary processes several thousand years ago. Having domesticated the steppe cat and the wolf, we took responsibility for these animals and their descendants.
Living on free breads relatives of domestic cats anddogs feels great without the help of man. The wild beast is able to hunt, hide, care for the young, protecting them from the harsh conditions and natural enemies. Population size is affected by natural selection. Moreover, many species need protection, not control of reproduction.
What happens to those whose ancestors were domesticated? The habitat and diet changed, the hunting skills were dulled, the immunity weakened, but the predators that were ready to attack were several times smaller.
Since the wild beast has been invited to the caveon the rights of an assistant and a security guard, passed 9-15 centuries. During this time, a huge number of rocks were obtained, each of which has its own qualities. Is it possible to imagine a Pekingese baby hunting in the wild more often? Is it possible for a beautiful British woman to feed herself and her cubs in the steppe? Many pedigree animals cannot even digest ordinary human food and need special balanced feed. What can we say about raw meat. How can nature figure out if her creation was pulled out of natural conditions, abandoned in a modern metropolis, accustomed to an atypical way of life and diet? Let us be honest to the end: for those whom man has made a companion, he must answer himself, and not rely on natural mechanisms.
Impressive numbers
Experts estimate that one pair of cats foryear on average can be born 12 kittens. The dog during this time will give birth to 18 puppies. Is it possible to believe that during the same period, from somewhere 30 people will take to get a pet? Of course, the demand is many times less than the rapidly growing supply.
And if you build a geometric progression,it is easy to calculate that in 10 years from one pair of cats 80 thousand "heirs" will appear. After all, their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren will multiply at the same speed. A couple of dogs over the decade will "give the world" 60 thousand descendants of no one.
Homeless Way
What awaits those who are not lucky to find theirman? After all, there are not many cases when someone takes a pet from the street to the house. At the same time, the older an animal becomes, the less chances it becomes to become a pet.
The fate of the street vagabond unenviable. Hunger, disease, the struggle for a warm corner under the pipes of the heating main, attacks by larger and stronger comrades in misfortune ...
It is worth noting that the beast, born and survivedin such conditions, acquires certain skills. Growing up, he will learn to be afraid of cars, he will stop letting in aggressive people, he will learn all the nooks in his territory. Sterilization of homeless animals could stop this endless chain of bleak destinies.
Street animals as a threat
On the attack of mad dogs on peopleheard a lot. Such an emergency can happen not only in a deaf village, but also in a large city. In addition, homeless animals often become carriers of many diseases, including dangerous to humans.
Trapping packs with subsequent euthanasia or even placement in shelters does not bring the desired effect. The vacated territory is immediately occupied by new hordes.
Why do you need pet sterilization?
It would seem that the horrors of street life do not threaten thosewho grew up in a warm apartment among loving people. But scions of domestic cats and dogs often become vagrants. If the owner is sure that the sterilization of animals is inhuman and harmful, and at the same time his pet walks uncontrollably on the street from time to time, the problem of population growth is only aggravated.
Some owners believe that castratingcat, they deprive him of happiness. But when an animal requires love and affection, while emitting heart-rending screams and leaving foul marks everywhere, it is simply released on the street.
The fate of kittens born in the apartment, and thencarefully carried out in a box into the yard in the hope that there will be “good hands”, is even more unenviable. Indeed, unlike those who were born homeless, these babies just do not know how to survive on the street. Most of them are dying.
Of course, our recommendations do not apply to those whoacquires animals for breeding. But if you dream of a pedigree dog, but do not plan to mess with puppies, it is better to subject it to this procedure.
The fact is that unsterilized homean animal that does not have regular bonding is suffering from unrealized opportunities. The level of hormones surpasses it, it can lead to a number of diseases. Favorite can die at a young age. And the behavior of a mature excited cat or dog can not be called good. Scolding a pet is senseless and even cruel - it is not his fault that the natural instinct beckons him to his fellow men.
Therefore, if you do not plan to engage in breeding offspring, you should not torment the beast. Sterilization will facilitate his life, and the lives of the owners too.
How does this happen?
Sterilization of pets canproduced both in a veterinary clinic and at home. In each case, prior consultation with the doctor is desirable. Males tolerate the procedure more easily, while females have to undergo abdominal surgery, during which the ovaries are removed, sometimes together with the uterus. By the time it takes no more than half an hour.
Animal care after surgery
The cat will forget about the experience the very next day.In rare cases, drowsiness may occur. The cat needs a supporting bandage-bandage and rest during the week. The seams must be washed and processed daily. In addition, veterinarians are advised to wear a protective collar around the neck of the animal so that it cannot reach the wounds and disintegrate them.
As for dogs, a lot depends on the breed. Most quadrupeds tolerate surgery and recover quickly.
Scars from sterilizing animals heal well. In a month you will hardly be able to find traces among the regrown fur.
Diet and vitamins for sterilized animals
If your pet is accustomed to dry food,canned food or pouches, most likely, you will easily find a special food among the goods of the same manufacturer. Many brands produce food designed specifically for those who have undergone a sterilization procedure. In vetaptekah there are vitamins and tablets.
A special diet is desirable, but not required.By the way, it is worth mentioning about another common delusion. There is an opinion that after sterilization the pet will inevitably get overweight. In fact, problems can be associated exclusively with overfeeding, improper diet and low mobility. Watch what your beast eats, encourage active games.
Features of behavior
The following myth is more relevant for owners.dogs Some of them are convinced that the sterilization and castration of animals leads to the loss of guarding, herding, fighting or guard skills. However, such procedures reduce only sexual activity, without affecting the character, temperament and skills.
The only thing that can change in behavior is the level of aggression. The beast, which does not need to fight for a partner with rivals, becomes calmer and kinder.
Personal contribution: how can I help?
Government programs for homeless sterilizationanimals, unfortunately, are not large enough. They have a result, but still the streets are full of useless beasts. Therefore, many activists of volunteer organizations often organize targeted fees to help the maximum number of tramps.
Even those who haveno pets at all. Follow the information on the sites of city shelters, provide all possible assistance to volunteers. It may consist of voluntary contributions, the retention of animals in the postoperative period and the care of them, the dissemination of information. Remember: the more people learn the truth about sterilization, the less unfortunate four-legged babies will be born. The sooner the society changes its view on the problem, the more effective the measures taken will be.
