I say...neuter/ spay your pets.
Below are the three main reasons I've made the decision to neuter/ spay my lovely cats and dog (dog blog post coming soon).
1. My beloved pets will live longer! (yay!)- I can't remember where I was informed of this but it makes sense. Pets who are neutered/ spayed tend to stay home where they are safe. They won't have the urge to wonder off to find a mate and be exposed to outdoor dangers.
2. Helps overpopulation- If you want your pet to reproduce in order to have another pet, please think again. Shelters are full of animals that need a home and our love; adopt :)
3. Save- In my city (Los Angeles), the cost of a pet license is lower when your pet is neutered/ spayed. For me, saving is important. As you can imagine, having three pets can become costly.
If you may have questions or concerns about neutering/ spaying, please contact your trusted veterinarian for professional advice. I want to mention that you can contact either your local shelter or city website for information on possible discount vouchers that can go towards neutering/ spaying surgery.
