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This resolution, a formal request from the legislative body, urges Governor Kathy Hochul to officially designate February 2026 as Spay/Neuter Awareness Month in New York State. The resolution highlights that spaying and neutering are crucial for controlling pet overpopulation, which leads to overcrowded shelters and the euthanasia of adoptable animals. It also emphasizes the health benefits for pets, such as reduced cancer risks and improved quality of life, and notes that spay/neuter surgery is a safe and effective method endorsed by veterinary professionals and animal welfare organizations. The resolution further points out that February is already recognized nationally and internationally for this purpose, and that New York has a strong network of organizations that promote these procedures, making this designation a fitting way to increase public awareness about responsible pet care.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1634