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Chilean Scientists Innovate Reversible Dog Neutering Vaccine

The new injection offers a non-surgical, reversible alternative for pet sterilization, potentially transforming animal population control.

A veterinarian prepares a dog before it receives a vaccine for neutering dogs in Santiago, Chile October 3, 2024. REUTERS/Vanessa Rubilar
A veterinarian holds a dog after receiving a vaccine for neutering dogs, created by Chilean scientists in Santago, Chile October 3, 2024. REUTERS/Vanessa Rubilar
A veterinarian prepares a dog before it receives a vaccine for neutering dogs in Santiago, Chile October 3, 2024. REUTERS/Vanessa Rubilar
A veterinarian prepares a dog before receives a vaccine for neutering dogs in Santiago, Chile October 3, 2024. REUTERS/Vanessa Rubilar

Overview

  • Findley, a Chilean terrier, is among the first dogs to be neutered using the Egalitte vaccine, avoiding surgery.
  • Developed by University of Chile's Leonardo Saenz, the vaccine works by blocking reproductive hormones.
  • The procedure is simple, requiring only an injection, and costs approximately $54.
  • Both male and female dogs can receive the vaccine, pending a veterinarian's evaluation and prescription.
  • The vaccine's simplicity and reversibility could allow for broader and less invasive animal population control.