The WSAVA guidelines for the control of reproduction in dogs and cats aim to help WSAVA members make science-based choices for the management of reproduction in their patients, while safeguarding animal welfare and supporting the human-companion animal bond. Included are discussions of current practice, together with explanations of newer approaches, both surgical and non-surgical.  They also explore the health benefits and drawbacks of each method and explore ethical questions. 

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