I'm getting a Rottie puppy, should I neuter him,even if I may want to breed him in a few years?Health Benifit?

Question

Will he be harder to deal with?
I live in a small apartment in the city
and may not ever be able to breed him.

Answer 1

Definitley have him fixed. It prevents unwanted strays and it will mello the dog quite a bit... which is very nice.

Answer 2

As a fellow male Rottweiler owner, I recommend getting him fixed. We also live in a small apartment in a city, which is not ideal for a Rottweiler, but he was going to be put down otherwise. Our dog was not neutered when we rescued him but it was the first thing we did!

There are numerous health benefits to getting him neutered, mainly that he will be easier to control as he grows out of his puppy stage into an adult dog. Our dog is four now, 125 lbs, and he's still growing.

Also I believe that if you are not a certified breeder, you should not be breeding a dog, especially dogs that get a bad reputation. Rottweilers are prone to hip and eye disorders making it essential that only qualified breeders breed dogs.

Get him fixed. He'll be calmer and its part of responsible dog ownership.

Answer 3

Sorry if I sadden you, but I really would not breed your Rottie. Getting him neutered within the first year will really calm him down and make him more easy to manage for yourself and others.
Contrary to popular belief, dogs that never had sex, really don't want it. Everyone will be safer and he will be happier not having to follow his "natural urges."
By the way, a lot of this applies to the female as well. These are potentially dangerous animals and could make a lot of people nervous, at best, or really avoid you.

Answer 4

If he is neutered then no breeding would be possible. However I hope you are prepared for adverse reactions from landlords and other tenants for having a large dog in a small apartment. They need lots of exercise and though I love Rotties, many people are afraid of them. Be prepared for years of committment

Answer 5

Neutering is healthy for him, it will prevent testicular cancer and it will prevent him in the future from seeking a mate. I knew a lab once that tried to escape it's pen to get to a female and he was jumping up, fell down, hit his head on the concrete and died, seriously. Also are you sure that a rottie is the best choice if you live in an apartment? A dog that size needs LOTS of exercise.

Answer 6

There are many benefits to netering your dog, besides the decline of unwanted puppies. Dogs neutered as a puppy have less aggression issues. They seem to be easier to train (they're not obsessed with sex), and less likely to wander. They also won't develop testicular cancer. They are less likely to have prostate problems and certain other health problems. Dogs that are bred should have a variety of tests done beforehand...all of which cost money and he may not pass. If you are not 100% positive that you can and will breed him, AND that you are getting a medically certified puppy...GET HIM NEUTERED!!!!

Answer 7

He will always want to run if you breed him. I'd say have him neutered and forget the breeding. It's a pain and a lot of people are hard to deal with , plus you will worry if your puppies are going to a good home. He will be healthier too.And happy! I know , I worked for a vet.

Answer 8

SPAY OR NEUTER!!!!!!!!

1.Not all dogs are built to be bred.

Most pets, although lovable, are not of breeding quality because they have genetic defects and other problems that should not be perpetuated. People who breed dogs for a living are very careful about choosing which dogs they will breed together based on physical characteristics and behavior. Some people decide that it would be fun to breed and just start looking for a dog that has the proper equipment and is willing. This can be a huge mistake.

2. There are already too many dogs in the world.

Breeding your pet is a serious endeavor and should not be taken lightly. There are far too many pets that end up in shelters without good homes. If your breed of dog has large litters, what will you do if you are unable to sell the puppies? Do you really want to contribute to the massive problem of pet overpopulation?

3. Dogs that aren’t neutered face serious health risks.

Consider your dog’s own health. Male dogs that are neutered are less likely to be hit by cars, because unaltered males have a very strong urge to roam and find a fertile female. Male dogs will go over or under fences, through doors and windows, and will pull leashes out of unsuspecting hands in quest of a mate.

Additionally, neutering greatly reduces the incidence of prostatic disease and eliminates testicular cancer in males, and cuts down on breast cancer in females. The possibility of uterine infections is also eliminated by spaying.

4. Female dogs used for breeding may have unwelcome visitors.

If you spay your dog, you will not have to chase persistent male dogs out of your yard. Also, you won’t have to worry about cleaning up messy heat cycles.

5. Be prepared to work like a dog when your pet goes into labor.

Many people do not realize just how much work and expense is involved with letting dogs have puppies. Getting the mother through pregnancy is the easy part, but labor is truly laborious for dog and owner alike. Dogs usually decide to have their puppies at the most inconvenient times, like 2:00 in the morning when veterinary hospitals are closed.

If your pet develops a problem during delivery, it means at least the expense of an emergency call. If the complications are life threatening, you must be prepared, especially if you have a breed of dog that has a broad head like a pug, to pay for an emergency C-section. It is very distressing to have to leave home in the middle of the night, worry about your pet, get a large veterinary bill and then try to explain to your boss why you cannot possibly come to work the next day.

6. It can be devastating when the puppies die.

There is always the prospect of the loss of some or all of the puppies. A neonatal mortality rate of 10 to 30 percent is considered normal. And, it’s easy to lose a puppy if you don’t have the experience or knowledge to care for newborns. Because puppies are not able to regulate their own body temperature initially, you may need to supplement their environment with heat.

7. Not all dogs make the best mothers.

If your female doesn’t have enough milk to feed all its puppies, or decides that feeding her offspring is not her cup of tea, it will be your responsibility to provide them with nutrition every three to four hours, round the clock. And how many mouths are there to feed?

Another aspect of puppy care that you can look forward to if your dog wants nothing to do with her brood is the manual stimulation of urination and defecation. Until puppies are three weeks old they will only void if directly stimulated. If mom isn’t doing this, you will need to take a moistened cotton ball and gently rub the urogenital area until the babes begin to urinate and pass stool. Failure to do this can result in some pretty unhappy puppies.

8. Good luck seeing a profit!

Your last responsibility before they go to a new home is to have them dewormed, vaccinated, and examined by a veterinarian. You will want to make sure that you have budgeted a sufficient amount for this purpose. Needless to say, if you decide to breed mixed breed puppies, you have no opportunity to recoup this expense.

Puppies are a lot of fun and it can be very exciting when they are born, but more often than not, owners find themselves in over their heads when they decide to endeavor into breeding.

Article republished here with permission from VetCentric.com
Copyright(c) 2000 by VetCentric.com

SPAY OR NEUTER!!!!!!!!

Answer 9

I am assuming that you got him from a breeder. All breeders I know make you sign a contract that you have to have him neutered. If you do not then the breeder you bought him from has the right to the puppies!

That said, he'll be a lot more loving and docile if you have him neutered. Talk to a local vet and ask their opinion too.

Answer 10

You can neuter him and still be able to breed. Your vet or one the area should be able to store his sperm if you are really serious about trying. An unentered dog will have more health problems more behavioral problems and die sooner

Answer 11

If you want to breed him in a few years then obviously it would be a bad idea to have him neutered. However, it would have health benefits for him.