I have an 8 month old Sheltie and everyone tells me I should get him spayed. I don't see why. I don't plan to breed him and I feel bad for putting him in pain for nothing.
2007-01-04 04:35:39 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
First its a boy it would be neutered and it usually doeasn't affect them much at that age.
Testicular cancer is the main reason to have it done
And who in their right mind wants to see the dogs balls as they walk away. Got to be the grossest sight ever.
2007-01-04 04:39:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
First off...you neuter a male dog, you spay females.
If you don't plan to breed him than it is even more favorable to have him neutered. You will reduce his desire to roam, lower aggression, reduce his want to mark/spray, and reduce his chances to having reproductive organ related cancer (most common cancer in dogs). also, you'll reduce the chance that he'll accidentally impregnant...because even the most watchful person can have accidents. Help control overpopulation.
The only disadvantage to neutering is the cost involved and the pain inflicted on the dog. Money issues can be addressed by either looking for a low/no cost spay/neuter clinic/program in your area or setting up payments with your vet. the pain for a male dog being neutered is quite minimal. My boy was jumping in his kennel within a couple hours of being neutered that the vets were worried he'd hurt himself.. he was completely unfazed.
2007-01-04 04:42:54 · answer #2 · answered by smurf 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
(As some people have already pointed out, you spay females and neuter males)
You would definitely not be putting him through pain for nothing, trust me. There are many health and behavioral benefits to having your dog neutered, but another important consideration is that if your dog is neutered it will not "accidentally" get another dog pregnant and father a litter of puppies that will just add to list of millions of puppies and adult dogs that are in need of homes. Millions of puppies and dogs are euthanized each year because there are just too many and not enough homes for them all.
2007-01-04 04:56:53 · answer #3 · answered by Hotsauce 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He won't be in pain for long. Neuter him! Even if you don't PLAN to breed him, it happens. Your sheltie can easily escape when he, um, gets the urge to find a "friend". Not only will there be numerous litters that you don't even know about, but something could happen to him on his way back home.
2007-01-04 04:47:22 · answer #4 · answered by Pink Denial 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First of all, you cannot spay a male dog. you have to neuter him.
Secondly, the benefits of neutering out-weigh the disadvantages. He will be less inclined to mark, less inclined to roam, and moreover his risk of prostrate problems/cancer and testicular cancer will significantly decline- almost to the point of no risk.
Dogs recover from the procedure very quicky. Sometimes there is a little discomfort but most are back to their normal selves within a couple of days.
In addition, they do not become any calmer nor will he undergo any personality change. For his benefit, having him neutered sooner than later.
2007-01-04 04:42:29 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
We've had two male dogs and both were neutered at a very young age (Akita mix, and a Border Collie/Lab). Neutering helps to control your male dog's urge to wander around "looking for ladies." My parents' non-neutered dogs (breeders) were horrible wanderers...they climbed kennels and broke through doors (Irish setters). My sister-in-law's beloved and wonderful Lab also wandered...she finally had him neutered when he was diagnosed with testicular cancer. Wandering stopped. Wandering dogs irritate the neighbors and are at great risk of harm from accidents and injuries due to cars, fights...what have you. You will be doing your dog a great favor by having him neutered and showing yourself to be a responsible and caring pet owner. Please have the dog you love neutered.
2007-01-04 04:47:25 · answer #6 · answered by Holly W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as mentioned above:
you spay a girl
you neuter a boy
considerations for neutering include:
- more docile dog
- less prone to complications like testicular cancer
- less agressive
- less of a tendancy to want to run away (in search of females) which is a big deal if you live in an urban area
- no risk of unwanted puppies to end up in a shelter, or worse
2007-01-04 04:43:49 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
its good to get any dog spayed/nuetered if they arent show quality and you don't plan on breeding. Males can get testicular cancer from not being neutered. THey can be more agressive and also they like to mark much more on everything. So unless you want to clean up pee off of your couch and flower pots, then get him neutered!!
2007-01-04 04:41:20 · answer #8 · answered by leeloo85ao 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Not planning on breeding, and it happening are two different things. he will most likely try to mount all sorts of things if he isnt spayed. I have also heard its somehow healthier for the dog. Try this link.
2007-01-04 04:40:47 · answer #9 · answered by Joseph A 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Advantages, the dog will calm down at a younger age, he will be more comfortable and a better companion to you, it will not attempt escape from you to roam around the neighborhood searching for the ladies, and you won't have to deal with someone crying to you (and asking for money for vet bills) that they're female is pregnant because your dog entered her yard.
Disadvantages...unless your dog is a champion...NONE.
2007-01-04 04:42:35 · answer #10 · answered by KJ 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋