Spaying, neutering are vital services
While reading "Closed animal clinic a vital resource" (Feb. 18), I became sad and frightened.
This is the second time a veterinarian has left that site on West Wendover Avenue. Dr. Jeff Corville relocated the Piedmont Communities Spay/Neuter Clinic & Wellness Clinic to 1910 N. Church St. This clinic provides low-cost spay/neuter services.
One unaltered cat and her offspring can produce 420,000 cats in seven years. A female dog and her offspring can produce 67,000 dogs in six years.
The leading cause of death for dogs and cats in the U.S. is euthanasia. Roughly 10 million to 12 million animals are euthanized each year. This does not include animals scraped off the streets or found in the woods.
Spaying and neutering are necessary. Rabies shots are necessary. Routine care is necessary. Costs can get high quickly. Pets aren't cheap, and there is no such thing as a free dog.
A woman in the article said low-cost spay or neutering could swing her decision. Most Triad rescue groups spay or neuter. Breeders do not.
Be smart. There's a reason why an adoption fee is not $15. The adoption fees include spay/neuter, microchips, shots, deworming, exams and flea/heartworm prevention.
Emily Harris
High Point
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