Why do people choose not to spay/neuter their cats/dogs?

Question

I mean it's sooooooo much better for them in the long run. they're become happier and healthier. I mean, even if you keep them inside, it doesn't matter because they could possibly sneak out one day when you're not looking. I have 2 cats and 1 dog and I can tell that they are all spayed/neutered. I think that some people are just plain ignorant. no offense. what do ya'll think about this situation?

I'm not talking about the breeders.

Answer 1

This is a terrible problem in San Antonio, Texas. Many people just don't care if their pets run the streets, un-neutered and un-spayed...to be probably abused, run over and to produce litter upon litter of eventually euthanized babies. I believe people don't get their pets "fixed" because they don't care...let the animals take care of themselves...what is another litter that will eventually be gassed to death, eh? In the next life, I hope these horrible pet "owners" will BE the pets they so neglect. All of our precious cat children are strays that so many idiots here have left behind when they move elsewhere. Now our precious cat children are literally worshipped by Bill and me. Few animals have the wonderful life our precious ones have....they are all neutered and spayed...we did it the week we took them in!

Answer 2

I really am not sure and I got them neutered when I first got them I hate that people always say they cant afford first time it cost me a hundred the second time i found a vet that neutered my cat for 20 humane society and SPCA runs specials all the time in the early summer my next door neighbor had 4 litters complaining every time shed be pregnant 4 weeks after she had the first litter at the time SPCA was doing a special 5 dollars people can spend money on their own extras but wont do this it could save so many lives my cat did get a little big wont get any cancers in that area and they not helping other animals being put to sleep out of stupidity

Answer 3

I think you meant to ask "why don't they" considering you gave the arguement for "why do they".
The answer to why don't they is laziness, and priorities.
Some ppl would rather ignore it until it becomes an in your face problem with puppies to feed (kinda like some men and women not wearing condoms)
And some people just think there are better things to spend their money on like beer and take out food. :-p

For the idiot (technically) above me humans have a thought process which allows them to be aware of the fact that they can have children and they all one way or another make the decision to either "breed" or "not breed". Humans as the more intelligent creature also has the responsibility to recognize the fact that animals DO NOT have this ability. They are going by instinct and if they were all allowed to follow that instinct we'd have "dog crossing" on the city streets and dog **** everywhere we look... I know a few strays you can pick up off my block since you're such an avid believer in "free dog love".

Answer 4

Well, I think with some people, they think it's too expensive. They see the $90 bill or whatever it is, and it seems like a lot of money for some. Don't get me a wrong, I am a HUGE proponent of spaying and nuetering and ALL of our SIX animals are fixed. I just think for some, that's the reasoning. I think it's faulty, however, because if you figure in the time involved in trying to make sure your pet doesn't get pregnant, or the cost of running ads to give away free kittens, and the food to feed the offspring (even if you eventually "get rid of them") I think it more than pays for itself.

I also know with myself, I was scared to subject my female animals to the procedure. I was just worried about them, but I knew it was the best thing. Maybe some people can't get over that fear that something will go wrong during the surgery.

Answer 5

Many people have a hard time believing that the animals are happier and healthier in the long run...

After having my cat neutered, his personality changed completely. He used to be very vibrant and happy, and then afterwards all he did was lie in a corner and look depressed. If I had to choose again, I would opt not to do it.

Answer 6

Neutered and spayed cats often have weight issues, they are poorer hunters, and sometimes rather listless. So while there are advantages to fixing pets (less spraying, less roaming, some eliminated health issues, etc), there are also disadvantages. Unfixed pets are often just as happy and healthy, and really, the number that develop all those cancers and diseases is really exaggerated. When a animal gets spayed or neutered, it does not automatically become healthy and happy.

Answer 7

For those who say folks can't afford it, there are LOTS of free spay/neuter programs all over the country. Unless you are a breeder, there is no reason not to do this. The animal is much healthier and happier.

Answer 8

Some people who keep their pets indoors feel that the expense of spaying or neutering is not necessary. Some people just cannot afford to have their pets spayed or neutered. Some people wait to long because they do not realize how quickly an animal reaches sexual maturity.

Answer 9

Some people, myself included, feel it is not part of God's greater plan. We as humans are nothing more than animals. Granted we are we can think for ourselves and have emotions. Whose to say a cat or dog doesn't have the same abilities?

I would venture to guess that you would not even consider having a vasectomy or a Tubal ligation. Yet you suggest it for your animals.

There are many ways to be a responsible pet owner. Keeping control of your pet is one of them. Making sure they are well groomed, properly fed, and given the attention they all need another. Making sure thier interaction with the opposite gender is recognized early and that good homes are found for the offspring.

Answer 10

Well, I have one of my dogs neutered. He had gender confusion and it caused him to gain a lot of weight due to the imbalance of hormones. He's about 15 pounds overweight. My other dog is not "fixed" because I use her for breeding. We breed a litter every other year and make quite a lot of money doing it. We always recommend that people who buy from us neuter their pets if they don't intend on getting into the business. The next dog I get, will not be neutered either, because I will more than likely spend a lot of money on it and expect to get some money in return for stud fees.

**Also, you might want to check your grammer and spelling. 'what' should have been capatalized and 'ya'll' should be 'you all' or 'you'. People might take questions more seriously if try to be less offensive and simply ask the question instead of pushing your opinion.

Have a nice day!