What's the cost to neuter my dog and does he need a flu shot?

Most veterinarians wait until at Least 6 months of age prior to neuter. As far as cost, all veterinary hospitals have their own pricing and it can vary based on location as well. I would encourage you to have him evaluated by a veterinarian soon to start vaccinations and deworming. The veterinarian you choose can give you an estimate for neutering at that time. If you don’t have a veterinarian chosen yet ask your friends and neighbors who they have used and would recommend. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Yes, this is something that I definitely recommend as it can provide peace of mind in case he gets lost. The cost will depend on where this is done. However, this is usually less than $40 and in some cases you have to pay a small annual fee to the company that keeps the database with this information. This can be done at the time of the neuter. Good luck and have a good night!

The cost for having Sparky fixed will vary a little based on the clinic you go to. Walk – ins for surgery are generally not permitted as your vet will need to examine Sparky first to check and make sure he is eligible for surgery, and will likely want to check his blood work beforehand to help make sure his liver and kidneys are working okay before putting him under anesthesia. I recommend asking your friends near you who have pets for recommendations for vets near you and then calling to make an appointment. Let them know you are interested in fixing Sparky and they can guide you from there. It’s good that you are planning on having Sparky fixed, as it reduces the risk of testicular cancer and some types of prostate disease, and can reduce undesirable behaviours such as humping, urine marking, aggression and roaming away from home. Good luck!

Simba is old enough to have his rabies vaccine now. He should also finish his other vaccines as well. Cost does vary depending on where you live and if you visit a vaccine clinic or a normal, in-room veterinary appointment. Here are the prices for the vetco vaccine clinic: https://www.vetcoclinics.com/services-and-clinics/vaccination-packages-and-prices/ Neutering is not done by vaccine clinics. Low cost neuters may be available in your area or you may go to a regular clinic. There are differences in the techniques, sedation protocols and pre-op work up. General clinics will cost more for a neuter because they do a work up )to ensure kidneys are normal..etc) where as low cost clinics don't. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

To be on the safe side I would consider the dog not vaccinateed and have Bamboi vaccinated. Discuss with your vet whether he needs the full course (at his age two vaccinations 3-4 weeks apart and then a booster 1 year later) or just one booster. If you want to use VetCo here is a price list and locations and schedules: https://www.vetcoclinics.com/services-and-clinics/vaccination-packages-and-prices/ https://www.vetcoclinics.com/services-and-clinics/clinic-locations-and-schedules/

It depends on which vaccines he needs. Core vaccines are rabies and a distemper/parvo combo vaccine. Most grooming shops require Bordatella (kennel cough) as well. Some shops require Canine Influenza as well. You can find pricing for Petco/Vetco vaccine clinics below. If you go to a veterinary clinic, call ahead for pricing or request an estimate when you arrive. https://www.vetcoclinics.com/services-and-clinics/vaccination-packages-and-prices/

Hello, This is a forum for general pet advice. You will have to contact local veterinarians for estimates for surgical procedures. As Brooklyn needs to be neutered for health reasons, this means it is not a routine and simple procedure though. Extra costs are incurred when the surgery becomes complicated due to reproductive and age related diseases. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.