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Contrary to any myths you may have heard, your growing puppy will most definitely not be happier left entire. He (or she) will constantly want to roam, feel incredibly stressed, aggressive and frustrated, and be at risk of various illnesses. Furthermore, your dog won’t be any happier if you allow him to breed once or her to have one litter of puppies. What your dog doesn’t know, he (or she) won’t miss.

Straying dogs are vulnerable to infections and serious health problems, which can lead to great unhappiness for everyone concerned. Although neutering costs money, it is a long-term investment and will undoubtedly save you more on vet’s bills later in your dog’s life.

When should my puppy be neutered?

Male dogs become sexually mature between six and 12 months, and females between seven and 12 months. Traditionally, both female and male dogs were neutered at around six months of age but today, with safer anaesthetics and better surgical techniques, many vets advise neutering as early as eight weeks. research has shown no adverse effects of early neutering.

Benefits of Neutering

Males

1. Removes the sexual urge and the chances of him wandering off (and perhaps getting hit by a car or injured in a flight).
2. May reduce certain types of aggression.
3. Reduces the risk of hormone-related diseases.
4. Reduces the risk of anal and perineal cancers.
5. Eliminates the risk of testicular cancer.
6. Significantly reduces the risk of prostate gland problems.

Females

1. Prevents unwanted pregnancies.
2. Eliminates the mess and problems of her coming into season.
3. Eliminates the urge to roam in search of a mate.
4. Stops the unwanted attention of other dogs.
5. Helps to prevent uterine infections.
6. Helps to prevent mammary, uterine and ovarian cancer.

What Neutering Involves

The surgery is carried out under anaesthesia. A male dog will undergo castration, which involves the removal of both testicles. A female will have the ovaries and uterus removed. Most dogs so home quite happily the same day and suffer minimal discomfort, which is easily controlled with medication supplied by the vet.

Personality and Other Changes

Don’t worry, your young dog should not undergo a personality change as a result of neutering. Generally speaking, behavior will improve as he (or she) will be much calmer, more reliable and less moody. In fact, your pet will be much happier altogether, but his (or her) normal personality will stil be very much in evidence.

In some breeds, neutering can change the coat texture slightly and some owners report that their dogs have a noticeable increase in appetite. If this is not addressed, you risk your pet becoming overweight. If you are worried about any health or behavior issues that arise following neutering, ask your vet for advice.

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