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Spay & Neuter · Chantilly, VA

Spay & neuter surgery
for dogs and cats in Chantilly, VA.

Spaying and neutering can provide important reproductive and health benefits for many pets. At Nova Pets Health Center, Dr. Masood performs these procedures for appropriate canine and feline patients using general anesthesia, monitoring, and postoperative pain management. Timing and pre-surgical testing are individualized to the patient.

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Dogs & Catstiming individualized by patient
FullAnesthesia & monitoring
Post-opPain management included
25+Years of surgical experience

Why it matters

One of the most impactful decisions
you can make for your pet's health.

Spaying and neutering prevent unwanted litters and can reduce or eliminate certain reproductive health risks. The benefits and the best timing vary by species, sex, breed, age, size, and individual health history.

Spaying eliminates heat cycles and prevents pregnancy. Neutering or spaying may reduce some hormone-driven behaviors such as roaming or marking in some pets, but behavior outcomes vary and surgery is not a treatment for every behavior concern.

The best time to spay or neuter depends on your pet's species, breed, and size. We'll discuss timing with you at your consultation and give you an honest recommendation based on what's right for your specific animal.

Reduced cancer risk
Spaying and neutering can reduce or eliminate certain reproductive health risks; the size of the benefit depends in part on timing and the individual pet.
Longer, healthier life
Studies consistently show spayed and neutered pets live longer on average than intact animals.
Eliminates heat cycles
Spaying eliminates heat cycles and prevents pregnancy.
Hormone-driven behaviors
May reduce roaming, mounting, urine marking, or other hormone-driven behaviors in some pets; individual behavior varies.

The procedures

Spay & neuter for dogs and cats —
handled in-house by Dr. Masood.

We perform spay and neuter surgeries for dogs and cats across a wide range of ages and sizes. Dr. Masood brings 25+ years of surgical experience, and the timing and approach are individualized to each patient.

Spay (females)
Ovariohysterectomy
Surgical removal of the ovaries and uterus — eliminating heat cycles, preventing pregnancy, and removing the risk of reproductive cancers.
  • Dogs and cats evaluated individually for timing and surgical suitability
  • Full general anesthesia with continuous monitoring
  • Pre-surgical bloodwork recommended
  • Eliminates risk of uterine and ovarian cancer
  • Can reduce mammary tumor risk; timing matters
  • Post-op pain medications sent home
Neuter (males)
Orchiectomy
Surgical removal of the testicles — eliminating testicular cancer risk and potentially reducing some hormone-driven behaviors.
  • Dogs and cats evaluated individually for timing and surgical suitability
  • Full general anesthesia with continuous monitoring
  • Pre-surgical bloodwork recommended
  • Eliminates testicular cancer risk
  • Reduces roaming, marking, and aggression
  • Post-op pain medications sent home

What to expect

What the process looks like
from consultation to recovery.

1
Consultation
We discuss your pet's age, size, health status, and the best timing for the procedure. We answer all your questions and explain exactly what to expect.
2
Pre-surgical bloodwork
Recommended before any surgery — especially for older pets or those with known health conditions. Gives us a clear picture of organ function before anesthesia. We'll discuss whether it's recommended for your specific pet.
3
Day of surgery
Your pet arrives fasted per our pre-op instructions. We place an IV catheter, administer anesthesia, and continuously monitor vitals throughout the procedure.
4
Recovery
Your pet recovers in our facility with our team watching closely. Most pets go home the same day with pain medications and clear aftercare instructions.
5
Post-op care
We send your pet home with everything they need — pain management medications and instructions on activity restriction, incision care, and when to call us.
When is the right time to spay or neuter?
Timing recommendations vary by species, breed, and size. Traditionally, dogs were spayed or neutered around 6 months. Newer research suggests larger breeds may benefit from waiting longer. We'll give you a specific recommendation for your pet at your consultation — not a one-size-fits-all answer.
Pricing
Pricing varies based on your pet's species, size, age, and any additional care required. Call us or schedule a consultation and we'll give you a clear quote.
Generally speaking — the older and larger the pet, the higher the cost. This reflects the additional complexity and monitoring required for larger animals and those with more developed anatomy.
Species (dog vs. cat)
Size and weight
Age
Pre-surgical bloodwork if recommended
Any additional care identified during exam

Why Nova Pets

25+ years of surgical experience
Dr. Masood performs these procedures routinely using established surgical and monitoring protocols
Full anesthesia & monitoring
Continuous vitals monitoring throughout every procedure
Post-op pain management
Your pet goes home with everything they need for a comfortable recovery
Honest, transparent pricing
Clear quote before any procedure — no surprises

Ready to schedule your
pet's spay or neuter?

Schedule a consultation and we'll walk you through timing, what to expect, and give you a clear quote for your specific pet.

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