Sterilization

And now for a bit of humor

Keeping track of our sterilization cases can be challenging. Read more
Our sterilization campaigns in May

At two campaigns, on May 7 and 20, we sterilized 110 dogs and cats in the villages of Cajones and Santa Teresa. Read more
Castration versus vasectomy for male pets

To permanently modify male pets’ behavior, to enjoy better companionship with male pets, and to prevent diseases commonly associated with intact and vasectomized male dogs and cats, veterinarians and other animal behavior experts recommend castrating them. Read more
Why we tattoo animals after sterilizing them

It is sometimes difficult to detect that a female dog or cat has already been sterilized if it has not been tattooed. Read more
Our sterilization team returned to El Rodeo on April 23

On April 23 we conducted our eighth sterilization campaign of the year in the village of El Rodeo, where we sterilized 68 dogs and cats. Our volunteer teacher also talked with children about the needs of their pets. Read more
The other two veterinarians in our sterilization program
Arturo Rocha Bravo and Verónica Almaguer

In our December 2022 issue, we profiled Dr. Ricardo Monte de Oca. Here, we feature the other two key members of our veterinary team. Read more
On Easter we sterilized 66 dogs and cats in Colonia Santa Fe

On Easter Sunday we returned to the Santa Fe neighborhood and sterilized another 41 dogs and 25 cats. Read more
Why do we advise sterilizing male dogs?

The reasons for sterilizing male dogs are threefold: to improve their health, to improve their behavior, and to prevent unwanted offspring. Read more
Another busy sterilization campaign took place on March 26

On Sunday, March 26, we sterilized 77 dogs and cats in Colonia Santa Fe. Because the number of pet owners hoping to receive the service exceeded the number we could sterilize in a single day, we have scheduled another campaign at the same location for April 9. Read more
How to prepare for and what to expect at a sterilization campaign

We start registering animals in our campaigns at 9 a.m. You should arrive early and be prepared to wait, as there is a great deal of demand for this service. We can usually handle 60-80 cases per day, depending upon the number of surgeons available. Read more