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Review
. 2020 Jun;33(1):134-144.
doi: 10.1017/S0954422419000271. Epub 2020 Jan 14.

Neutering in dogs and cats: current scientific evidence and importance of adequate nutritional management

Thiago H A Vendramini  1 , Andressa R Amaral  2 , Vivian Pedrinelli  2 , Rafael V A Zafalon  1 , Roberta B A Rodrigues  1 , Marcio A Brunetto  1
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Neutering in dogs and cats: current scientific evidence and importance of adequate nutritional management

Thiago H A Vendramini et al. Nutr Res Rev. 2020 Jun.

Abstract

Neutering or spaying is a commonly recommended veterinary procedure. However, veterinarians are often confronted with conflicting findings and differences in concepts regarding practice and proper nutritional management after the procedure. The objective of the present review was to bring to light the most recent literature, summarise it and discuss the findings focusing on the risks and benefits of neutering in dogs and cats, and to determine the appropriate nutritional management for these animals.

Keywords: Canine nutrition; Diet; Feline nutrition; Gonadectomy; Obesity.

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