Spaying And Neutering

Does the shelter policy requires that cats and dogs who are adopted into homes be spayed or neutered.

Does spaying or neutering surgery is performed by veterinarians or veterinary students under the direct supervision of a veterinarian in compliance with all legal requirements.

Are medical records prepared for every patient?

Is the Medical records indicating the surgical procedure?

Is surgical procedure anesthesia administered?

Does a veterinarian makes the final decision regarding acceptance of any patient for surgery based on a physical examination and medical history (if available) as well as the capacity of the surgery schedule.

Does a veterinarian weighs the risks and benefits of spaying and neutering patients with mild infectious or non-infectious medical conditions.

Does appropriate housing is provided for each animal before and after surgery.

Is infectious disease control practiced to prevent disease transmission among patients.

Is aseptic surgical technique required and separate sterile instruments are used for each patient.

Are the Patients monitored by trained personnel.

Are the Patients evaluated immediately prior to release and clear instructions (written and verbal) for post-operative care are provided.

Is a certificate of spaying or neutering or other appropriate documentation provided for each animal.