Is spaying a dog safe?

Question

We are thinking about spaying our female 7-month Lhasa Apso. Is it safe to spay a dog? And how do I know when she is in heat? Thank You for all of the answers!!!

Answer 1

Spaying your dog is one of the best things you can do for her. It will eliminate her chances of developing uterine cancer, or pyometra a uterine infection which can be deadly if not treated promplty, and will greatly reduce her chances of getting mammary cancer later in life.

Answer 2

I found out female dogs tend to wonder when they are in heat so be sure to keep a good eye on her.

I didn't spay my schnauzer and thought if I always watched her when I let her outside she would be safe. I turned away from the window for a moment when I let her out and when I looked again the neighbors poodle was locked onto her, if you know what I mean.

Until your dog is spayed stay at her side when she goes into heat if you don't have a fenced in yard. I noticed when my dog was in heat she licked her swollen vulva a lot. I made some little pants for her to wear so she wouldn't stain the carpet. Good luck.

Answer 3

Secure is a relative word. I concept with considered one of my Borzois that it will be a 'disgrace' and an unecessary chance to spay her before she obtained wholly developed, however she went into a false pregnancy and ended up with Pyometra and dangerous Mastitis necesscitating a mammary strip operation and just about died. Never once more will I entertain such probably deadly sentimentality in a non-breeding-skills pet. With excessive muscular tissues puppies like Greyhounds there are exact standards for anaesthesia, just make certain your vet is conscious of any one-of-a-kind necessities. That you could also ask that they reveal blood strain and temperature all the approach through the op to support preserve kidneys safer and in addition avert what they term 'Malignant Hyperthermia' which is when the physique's warmness regulatory approach runs out of manage. That mentioned, none of my puppies have had problems from spaying, not even the incontinence that some humans record.

Answer 4

An ovariohysterectomy (or spay) is a safe elective procedure that many veterinarians do on a daily basis. However with any surgical/anesthetic procedure there can be complications. Please talk to your veterinarian about these. There is blood work that can be done prior to the surgery that may help decrease chances of complications.
As far as age goes, usually anytime after 4 months they can be altered. (Some humane / shelters do the procedure as young as 8 weeks).
For statistical numbers you have less of a chance (up to 95%) of developing mammary neoplasia if you alter them before there 1st heat cycle as opposed to after (decreases to 80%) and continues to become more risky with each additional heat cycle. Obviously, if altered uterine cancer is out of the question, along with uterine infections (pyometra) and accidental breedings.
Contact your vet. today and if you have concerns by all means ask questions.

Answer 5

They wouldnt spay dogs if it wasnt safe. The first part of heat you will notice bleeding from the vulva, swelling of the vulva, possible increase in urination and the most noticeable, male dogs hanging around the house. If you do not intend to breed her, you really should consider spaying her. There are many health benefits associated with spaying such as decreased chance of mammary tumors and you will not have to worry about unwanted litters.

Answer 6

Spaying a dog is PERFECTLY safe.. safer than not spaying her at all! Signs that she would be in heat is vaginal discharge which is usually bloody (like a period for humans) I guess this is the only sign that I know of for female dogs that are in heat =) So please do spay her! It will insure that she doesnt get cancer nor get pregnant with an unwanted litter! =) I hope this was helpful

Answer 7

yes, of course! it is known that the dogs will be cleaner, and they will live longer lives.

all my dogs are spayed, except one. he always wants to run the fence to find a mate!
so spaying will definately help keep them under countrol.

BEFORE and AFTER the surgery,
you should not let her eat or drink for at least 12 hours. this avoids throwing up.
but after spaying surgery, she will want to lick the wound, so you should get a cone collar for her.
she may also appear very drousey.
for cheap $10 spaying, i recommend
http://singita.org/spayneuter.html
i spayed all my dogs there.
low vaccinations too.

when she is in heat, she will eat A LOT!

Answer 8

There is always a small amount of risk with any anesthesia, but spaying and neutering are perfectly safe and very common surgeries. Your vet should be able to tell if your dog is in heat and will reschedule the surgery if this occurs.

Answer 9

Yes and No.
Check out the vetrinary clinic where you plan to have your dog spayed. Make sure all the vets are certified and all the eqipment is clean. Ask your vet for more about spaying and neutering or check it out online.

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Answer 10

Not safe to do it yourself so put your knife away....... otherwise it is safer than not spaying. She is in heat when all the other dogs follow her around and you see blood coming out her hind end.