Wags and Whiskers Pet Rescue

Spay and Neuter 

Over 4,300 unwanted animals were turned into the local animal shelter in 2003, or about one for every three families in the County.  

The overpopulation of dogs and cats in Cumberland County, as in most parts of the U.S., can only be controlled by Spay and Neuter programs.  We cannot build enough housing for the thousands of unwanted puppies and kittens born each year.  Even if we could, long-term housing in a shelter is not a healthy life for these animals.

Spay and Neuter is good for the animal

Spayed and neutered dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives. The surgery can eliminate or reduce the incidence of a number of health problems that can be very difficult and expensive to treat. Spaying females eliminates the possibility of uterine or ovarian cancer. Neutering male dogs reduces the chances of prostate cancer and other prostate disorders.

Spay and Neuter is good for the owner

Spayed and neutered pets are better, more affectionate companions. Neutered cats are much less likely to spray and mark territory. Spaying a female pet eliminates their heat cycle so they won’t cry and yowl, won't be so nervous and won’t attract male animals. Altered animals are less likely to bite and less likely to have behavior and temperament problems. Neutered males are less likely to roam the neighborhood, run away and get in to fights.

Please Spay or Neuter your pet

If you can't afford it, find out about local financial assistance programs for Spay and Neuter.  

• The Humane Society of Cumberland County   484-9700 

• Wags and Whiskers  456-6316 (Jackie) ~ click here to learn how this program works.

• Humane Society of  Putnam County ~ Low cost Spay / Neuter Clinic  931-372-2728   click here for their website

( S & N Graphics Courtesy of The Dog Hause )