I have a female labrador retreiver and if possible i don't want her to mate because I don't want her to have babies because her breasts will sag and won't look good. In short, I want her to be single for life. Is that alright or do they need to mate for their health at some point?
2007-05-01 07:21:37 · 16 answers · asked by Preggy 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
She does not need to mate. Please have her spayed.
2007-05-01 07:27:32 · answer #1 · answered by SDHATL 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes it is OK but, I would recommend that you get her fixed as her (in heat) cycle comes on every 6 months and she leaves a scent, if she leaves a scent you have to watch her, keep her in your home until her in heat passes which can take up to 21 days, depending on what state you live in, if she does get out she will find her way to a male without you knowing it, she can become very aggressive towards you or other people you could be liable. Your best bet is to get her fixed do you will avoid problems, pet smart has a good vet and a feasible plan where you can afford to get her fixed.
2007-05-01 14:38:40 · answer #2 · answered by BuLlY LoVeR 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, they don't need to mate for health reasons. In fact, if you don't plan on breeding her, getting her spayed is a good move for her health. It reduces the chance that she'll develop certain types of canine cancer & also reduces the chances of her roaming away from you & getting lost.
2007-05-01 14:27:21 · answer #3 · answered by preacher55 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Look at the dogs wild relatives - wolves, coyotes and other wild pack canines. All have only the alpha pair in the pack breed. Occasionally if things are flush the beta pair. All the rest are content to live their lives helping raise the alphas pups.
2007-05-01 14:58:25 · answer #4 · answered by ragapple 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you're dog does not have to mate. They do not need to mate for health, in fact a neutered and spayed cat or dog is healthier in the long run.
2007-05-01 14:43:14 · answer #5 · answered by BVC_asst 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is no biological/health-related reason to breed your female. The idea that a female dog should have one litter for "health reasons" is a myth.
However, if you aren't going to breed her, you should probably get her spayed. Not only will it make things easier/more convenient/less messy for you, it will keep her healthier in the long run by preventing the deadly uterine infection called pyometra, as well as various cancers (i.e. mammary cancer) as she gets older.
2007-05-01 14:26:47 · answer #6 · answered by Loki Wolfchild 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It's perfectly fine for the animal to never mate.
I would suggest getting your dog spayed (i.e. sterilized).
Note that when she goes into heat (becomes fertile), male dogs from all over will come looking for her. You may be unable to keep her from mating. Spaying will prevent that.
If you think you can't afford to have her fixed, call your local animal shelter. Sometimes they have low-cost or even subsidized programs to help control animal populations.
2007-05-01 14:26:46 · answer #7 · answered by finance_coder 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No - You don't need to mate her "for her health"....Have her spayed to eliminate all chances! You'll also eliminate the possibility of ovarian/uterine cancer.
2007-05-01 14:26:13 · answer #8 · answered by Yo LO! 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
no. but to keep this from happening get her neutered at once as she is unpredictable when in heat. most vets do it for a small fee and some animal shelters do it free of charge.
2007-05-01 14:27:03 · answer #9 · answered by ► D ◄ 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They do not require mating. If you don't want the problem, get her spayed.
2007-05-01 14:55:35 · answer #10 · answered by fisherwoman 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Getting her fix is better
2007-05-01 14:37:39 · answer #11 · answered by MysticCat 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋