Neutering refers to the sterilization of animals, usually by removal of the male's testicles or the female's ovaries and uterus, in order to eliminate the ability to procreate and reduce sex drive. Because of the overpopulation of dogs in some countries, many animal control agencies, such as the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), advise that dogs not intended for further breeding should be neutered, so that they do not have undesired puppies that may have to later be euthanized. COUNT 7
QSN1 What is it called when an animal is altered to prevent procreation? ANS1 Neutering QSN2 According to the text, what agency recommends altering dogs to prevent pregnancies? ANS2 the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) QSN3 What is typically surgically removed on male dogs to prevent procreation? ANS3 testicles QSN4 What is usually removed in female dogs to prevent pregnancy? ANS4 ovaries and uterus QSN5 In neutering, what is removed in a male dog? ANS5 testicles QSN6 In neutering, what is removed in female dogs? ANS6 ovaries and uterus QSN7 What does the ASPCA recommend for dogs who are not used for breeding purposes? ANS7 neutered