Getting puppy spayed in 3 weeks. Taking her for blood tests tomorrow just as a precaution, is this a good idea or not. Will it hurt her? One vet says good idea, the other not necessary for blood tests before spaying..I want to make sure she is okay for the surgery. Confused.
2007-03-14 05:55:12 · 7 answers · asked by Laea 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Although there is always a risk when using anesthesia, spaying a 9-month old dog is quite safe -- younger dogs usually handle the anesthesia/surgery better than older dogs.
While blood tests generally aren't necessary unless your dog has a pre-existing condition or is over the age of 8 years, if you don't mind the extra cost they won't do any harm. Blood tests generally test kidney/liver function, which should be normal in a healthy, young dog. But, as I said, if you don't mind paying for a little extra peace of mind, go for it. :)
Congratulations on spaying your little girl, and good luck!
2007-03-14 07:40:51 · answer #1 · answered by Loki Wolfchild 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
According to the AVMA, you can safely spay or nueter a dog as early as 8 week. My families had dogs forever it seems and we always try to get them spayed around 6 months old and we've never had any problems. Just make sure to follow the precautions the vet gives you and you should be fine.
2007-03-14 13:04:33 · answer #2 · answered by qhcowgirl 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Both my parents, and my in-laws have Dachshund's and had them spayed. The only real side effect was that both of them gained a lot of weight aftarward even thought they are really active. By a lot of weight it just was noticable to anyone that they were over weight. Just make sure that you get them plenty of excercise because weight problems in Dachshunds usually result in back problems.
2007-03-14 14:46:34 · answer #3 · answered by Mike 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As stated above, 9 months should be fine. (Shelters routinely spay strays much younger before putting them up for adoption). I have also heard that spaying before the first heat reduces the risks of some cancers later in the dog's life. (Uterine, mammary, etc.)
2007-03-14 13:27:38 · answer #4 · answered by markadenpoling 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had one of my doggies spayed at 3 months. It is no big deal.
2007-03-14 12:59:38 · answer #5 · answered by Ambie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I never had a bad experience. But the Dachshund did.
2007-03-14 13:02:21 · answer #6 · answered by outlaw_tattoo_biker 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you know what, do what makes YOU feel comfortable
2007-03-14 13:04:02 · answer #7 · answered by juicyfruitishandsome 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋