Spay and Neuter Clinic in Lee's Summit, MO

Caring for your furry friend is an exciting adventure, but like an itinerary, details such as cat spaying and neutering are important considerations. Both accomplish the same primary goal as well as several added benefits for you, your pets, and your community. Chipman Road Animal Clinic knows that health decisions are important, and as a trusted spay and neuter clinic in Lee’s Summit, we are here for you and your pet. 


Spaying and neutering your pet not only removes the chance of an unexpected litter of kittens or puppies! It also has positive impacts on behavior and reduces health risks. Contact the trusted experts at Chipman Road Animal Clinic in Lee’s Summit today!

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Affordable Spaying Services

At Chipman Road Animal Clinic, we feel that spaying is very important and necessary. As a full service spay and neuter clinic, we offer affordable pricing for spaying your pet as well as Care Credit, which is quick and easy to apply for. 

Dog Spaying and Cat Spaying

A surgery called an ovariohysterectomy, otherwise known as spaying, removes any chance of reproduction by removing the organs in the reproductive system. Whether you are considering a kitten spaying or puppy spaying, most pets can be spayed at 6 months or before their first heat. There is some debate on when to spay large breed dogs. The veterinary care team at Chipman Road Animal Clinic will talk through any concerns you may have so you can make the best choice for your pet. 

Quality Neutering Services

Whether you are looking at dog neutering or cat neutering the process is the same. Physically, neutering is a less invasive procedure than spaying, but it has many of the same health and community benefits for your pet. Chipman Road Animal Clinic also strongly recommends this procedure for your pet and provides affordable options as well as accepting Care Credit.

Neutering for Puppies and Kittens

For male dogs and cats, you would be looking at kitten neutering or puppy neutering. Neutering a male animal means taking out its testicles or castrating it so it can't have babies. Most veterinarians recommend neutering between 4 and 6 months of age, but it is also perfectly safe for older animals with some minor tweaks to their aftercare. 

Have Questions? Here Are a Few We Get All the Time

  • Is It Safe to Spay My Dog or Neuter My Cat (Or Vice Versa)?

    Absolutely! As with any medical treatment, age, and general health are important factors; most pets that are in overall good health can undergo a spay or neuter operation with no problems. 

  • Why Should I Spay or Neuter My Pet?

    There are several benefits to spaying or neutering your pet; some are universal, such as community and behavioral benefits, and some are specific to a female or male pet. 


    Behavioral Benefits: Most animals see a positive impact on aggression, unwanted sexual behaviors, excessive barking, impulsive assertiveness, and dominance-related behaviors. However, this will not alter your furry friends’ personalities. This also removes the inherent drive to breed, meaning a neutered dog or cat is less likely to engage in destructive behaviors in order to roam for a mate; a spayed female will not feel the need to mark territory (urine spraying, yowling, etc.).


    A calmer and more harmonious home: While spaying or neutering your pet will not remove all negative behaviors, it can do a lot to improve your pet’s overall mood. If you have multiple pets, the removal of hormonal shifts and behaviors will allow them to cohabitate more peacefully.


    Medical Benefits

    Cat & Dog Spaying

    • Prevents unwanted pregnancies
    • Eliminates the risk of ovarian and uterine tumors
    • Remove the possibility of uterine infections

    Dog & Cat Neutering

    • Calms the animal, reducing aggressive behavior and decreasing dominant tendencies
    • Reduces roaming and spraying (territory marking)
    • Eliminates the risk of testicular and prostate tumors

    Community Benefits: Spaying and neutering reduce the number of unwanted pets that end up in shelters. Estimates show that between 6-8 million pets go into animal welfare organizations each year, with roughly 50% ending up in shelters that use euthanasia as part of their solutions to overcrowding. 


    Being a proactive pet owner makes you part of the Animal Protection Movement to reduce the number of homeless animals due to overbreeding. This allows community animal shelters to use their resources, whether it is helping a family retain a beloved pet in a time of hardship or rescuing pets from abusive situations. 


  • When is the Best Time to Spay or Neuter?

    For routine cat or dog spaying, the best age for dogs and cats is before puberty. At Chipman Road Animal Clinic, we recommend that puppy and kitten spaying procedures be done between 4-6 months. 


    It is safe for adult animals to be spayed or neutered. Our veterinarians and qualified staff will go over some slight post-operative risks for older animals, but rest assured, the procedure is safe for mature cats and dogs. Chipman Road Animal Clinic is a trusted spay and neuter clinic. 

  • How Much Does Cat Spaying or Dog Neutering Cost?

    We know the financial cost of caring for your pet is important to you. Chipman Road Animal Clinic offers affordable spay and neuter services. We also accept Care Credit, which can be applied for in just a few moments. 


    Give us a call today for more information on the cost to spay and neuter your pet, as the price will vary based on several factors.

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What to Expect After Surgery and During Recovery

Healing Time is 10 Days

Most neuter and spay surgeries happen when a pet is young, which translates to being quite energetic and rambunctious. Although routine and safe, the surgery still entails some physical stress and an incision for your pet. 


Using tactics including limiting the space your pet has to roam in, whether it’s a calm room or a crate, limiting interaction with other household pets, and leashing to restrict activity will help your pet heal completely and quickly. A pet that gets overactive too soon risks tearing open their sutures, serious infection at the incision site, damage to internal organs, and a second, usually urgent, trip back to the vet. 


This includes water and bathing restrictions. During the 10-day recovery period, you can safely brush your pet, wipe them down with a damp cloth, or use a waterless shampoo, but be sure to stay clear of the incision site. 


Keep an eye on the incision. Your vet will provide detailed incision aftercare information, which should include visually checking the incision twice a day. Steady healing, similar to a wound you might have, is ideal, but if you notice any unexpected heat, redness, drainage, discharge, or dramatic changes in your pet’s behavior, you should reach out to us as soon as possible so we can evaluate your pet for complications. 

Cone, Elizabethan (Ruff) or soft recovery collars. Don’t be fooled by the expression on your pet’s face while they’re wearing the dreaded cone! You are absolutely looking out for their best interests and well-being. Just like us, healing involves some itching and discomfort, and it’s hard to explain to your pet why they can’t lick or chew on the incision. That’s why we recommend a collar for the entire 10 days at all times, especially if they are left unsupervised. It only takes a few seconds for your pet to pull out a suture. 

Ready to Check Kitten Spaying or Puppy Neutering off Your List? Visit Chipman Road Animal Clinic Today!


We are passionate about animals and about your pet.

To schedule a spay or neuter, please call Chipman Road Animal Clinic 

816.524.1886.



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