Spay

usgb/speɪ/
verb

To perform an operation on a female animal to make her unable to have babies.

I decided to spay my dog to prevent her from having unwanted puppies.
Visual representation of "spay" - To perform an operation on a female animal to make her unable to have babies.

Often appears as...

  • spay a cat
  • spay a dog
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Veterinary Specific

Used mostly in veterinary contexts or discussions about animal health and population control.

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During the vet's presentation, she explained why it's responsible to spay your pets.
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Responsible Care

Suggests responsible pet ownership, often linked with preventing overpopulation and homelessness in animals.

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By choosing to spay her kitten, Jasmine was contributing to responsible pet care.
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Health Benefits

Spaying is believed to offer health benefits to the animal, not just prevent offspring.

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The shelter recommended spaying to improve the long-term health of all adopted cats.
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