Spay and Neuter Controversy

[Minkness]

They just aren't taught in vet schools and many vets aren't comfortable trying 'new' things of their own volition (probably nore for legal reasons) . However, there are alternative sterilization methods that are slowly coming around. I may look at this myself if my local vets can do it. If not...well, then he may never be fixed.

[macandchz]

dear chairman, i think the fact that the animal would have to under-go a longer and more complicated procedure is why those methods aren't used. plus it would be a lot more costly.

[Minkness]

Actually, most sterilization procedures are less invasive and thus, kess costly and quicker. Think of the difference between a full hysterectomy vs just getting tubes tied. Same thing but loads different.