2006-08-16 17:45:47 · 18 answers · asked by ItalianStallion 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
No, it actually helps them focus on the job of protection, rather than chasing 'skirts'. Professional service dogs are neutered. (guide dogs, seizure assist dog's etc)
I haven't met a police K-9 that isn't neutered, (or spayed) or a search and rescue dog..
2006-08-16 17:59:57 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The usual age for spaying is 6 months; before there is any real testosterone development. If you have your dog fixed before he is 8 months old, you should not notice any change of any sort. . If you have an adult which is 'fixed' you may notice some changes in behavior, especially in the aggressive and territorial aspects when it comes to other animals. However, some dogs can become more aggressive after spaying (a neuter is just a fancy word for a male spay) but this is quite rare in canines. He may put on some weight but this can easily be fixed by a small increase in activity and exercise. Lethargy is not uncommon in the first couple of weeks as the body adjusts to the much lower levels of testosterone, but that generally dissipates with time. Overall, it is in your best interest to have your dog spayed (neutered) and in a large portion of the cases any behavioral changes will be for the better (decreased aggression, territoriality, etc.)
It will not affect your dogs ability to protect, defend, or guard you or your house. It will decrease his overall aggression and certainly will make him less aggressive towards other animals/dogs. Having him altered in no way will change him to now letting strangers in your house when you are gone. He will be less territorial when it comes to other dogs, not so much with people. Finally, it shouldn't effect his personality as far as you are concerned. He won't change how he acts towards you or your (his ;-) family.
2006-08-17 01:02:13 · answer #2 · answered by tripforyou 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I've only had female dogs, and my dog and my sister's were both fixed while they were puppies. They are both very protective and territorial. And they both really hate out mailman for some reason.
2006-08-17 01:28:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only real change that you'll see is a change in testosterone. So, your dog may lose his aggrssiveness towards other male dogs, he may put on some weight., etc. But overall character won't change. He'll just be a little calmer
2006-08-17 00:50:39 · answer #4 · answered by c_dawg_123 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no i have not seen that , i have had my male fixed since the age of 6 months he still did cock his leg there for a while . but still will go to the door when someone is there, and take care of his lil sis from the same litter
2006-08-17 00:51:01 · answer #5 · answered by Pixie Girl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. He even stays home more and is more loyal to you. It's always a good idea to spay or neuter, There's too many hungry stays spreading disease in the world already.
2006-08-17 00:53:52 · answer #6 · answered by MaqAtak 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
to a degree, they are calmer and less aggressive but they still retain their basic character, are still protective of their families and territorial just not so mean about it.
2006-08-17 00:51:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No..
He will pretty much be the same dog he always was..
Perhaps he will have a little less tendancy to roam which
is good...
He may be a little calmer ....
2006-08-17 00:52:51 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my experience, no. Not at all. However, they may lose a bit of drive, or energy... I haven't seen it change their personalities at all, and I neuter my males later in life because of breeding...
They are still guys... ;)
2006-08-17 02:40:36 · answer #9 · answered by doldaggabuzzbuzz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no but when my dog got neutered he knew something was wrong so he got real jumpy and turned into Kujo when ever took him to the vet .so now we just dont take him
2006-08-17 00:50:52 · answer #10 · answered by SilentEyes 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋