My 6 mo. old puppy is like my child, okay, and I absolutely freak at the thought of putting him through pain. I almost cried when he whimpered while getting his shots, so when I think of how much pain he'll be in after surgery, I just don't want to go through with it. Also, I just think it's wrong to remove his body parts! He's a toy poodle and a house dog, so he's never around other dogs unless he's on a leash. He has a little stuffed bear that he humps occassionally (which keeps him from humping people) so I don't see why he needs to be neutered. He is literally, the sweetest most wonderful pooch in the WORLD and I love him just the way he is. Will the procedure really benefit my dog under these circumstances? I understand it's needed for outside dogs who roam a lot, but Bentley is ALWAYS on a leash when outside. Does he really need to have it done?
2007-06-20 06:14:34 · 27 answers · asked by Just gorgeous dahling 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I personally am a firm believer in spay/neuter. If you don't intend to breed, there's no reason to remain in tact. There are a world of health problems which can occur for a dog that hasn't been altered which can ultimately be far worse than a minor surgery to neuter.
The other thing to keep in mind, should you decide not to neuter, is that the temptation to run when he gets the smell of a female in heat will be strong. Tho you have all intensions of not allowing him off lead, you have to be vigilent that it does not happen. There will be things that quite possibly are out of your control, i.e. your neice/nephew/own child opens the door when you're not there to see it and the dog runs off in search of that female. It is not easy to prevent a male from straying off and requires a major commitment, from you, the owner to ensure he does not produce unwanted litters.
Personally, if not planning to breed, I think it's far easier to alter and not have nearly as much to worry about. Our Doxie bounced back quick after his procedure within a few days and didn't appear to be in any pain the whole time.
2007-06-20 07:57:53 · answer #1 · answered by Shadow's Melon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Where I come from it's not common practise to spay and neuter dogs, so I wouldn't say it's wrong of you not to neuter your puppy. There are advantages and disadvantages of both, and there's always a small risk with the anesthesia, but I strongly believe that your decision whether to neuter or not, should be based on other criterias than whether it will hurt your dog or not. Neutering involves just minor surgery and will cause your dog very little discomfort.
It you are always keeping your dog on a leash because you feel that this is the only way you can control an intact dog, then I would strongly suggest neutering him so that he can be allowed to run free, romp and play.
2007-06-20 08:38:24 · answer #2 · answered by Voelven 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like a sweet dog but as he gets older and puppy peuberty hits he will start to show some chances. It may be as simple as excessive running or becoming toy protective. If you are concerned about the pain most dogs are heavily sedated and are sent home with pain medication depending on their size. Neutering is benificial in other ways too. It helps reduce the chance of urinary track infection, kidney stones, and other infections. It's not wrong for you to not want to neuter him but just make sure you have the right information about neutering so you can make an educated decision.
2007-06-20 06:24:29 · answer #3 · answered by al l 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes and no. If he was AKC registered and you wanted to make money as a stud service, then no. However, your pup is only 6 months old. Some male dogs become aggressive as they get older if they haven't been nuetered. Then there's the fact that he will mark EvErYtHiNg. He may even start marking in your house. I work at a pet store and I can't count the number of times that we've had a dog that isn't neutered mark every endcap or pallet throughout the store. The ones that are neutered will still lift their leg outside, but aren't interested in marking their territory 9or everything in sight. Also, if he's in the backyard and smells a female in season, he will try everything he can to get to her. It only takes minutes, and then you are just as responsible for those puppies as the other dog owner is. Dogs are anesthetized when they are neutered, and are usually back to normal the day after. My dog was playing when he got home from the vet. It's important for you to do your part to stop unwanted puppies that may end up in and out of shelters.
2007-06-20 06:31:57 · answer #4 · answered by Amanda 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
If you think the pain post- neutering is bad, imagine the pain he will be in when he has tumors in his testicles and prostate. Neuter him! It is soooo much better for his health than remaining intact.
Also, he is only six months old. You may not mind his humping a toy, but that will not be the only testosterone-related behavior he exibits as he gets older if you don't have him neutered. He will most likely lift his leg in the house a lot. He may get aggressive when you try to handle him. He may become aggressive with dogs he sees outside. He will also likely try to escape so that he can mate with a female.
Finally, at his age, surgery will be a breeze and he really isn't going to hurt much. The younger they are when fixed, the more quickly they bounce back. No one likes to think of their dog being hurt, but when you weigh the benefits of neutering with the cons, I think you will see that neutering him is the best thing to do for him.
2007-06-20 06:25:53 · answer #5 · answered by melissa k 6 · 4⤊ 1⤋
Yes! The dog will recover within a few days. The younger the faster they bounce back. Plus, your vet can give them something for the pain if he needs it. My border collie was neutered and didn't need anything for pain past the day of surgery. They're more resiliant than you think. You make think it is cute of him to be humping his bear now. BUt when you have guests over it won't be so cute. NOt to mention whether he's a house dog or not, if he smells a female in heat he will try to get away. GET HIM NEUTERED!
2007-06-20 06:20:57 · answer #6 · answered by Trish 2 · 4⤊ 1⤋
Well, neutering will help keep him from getting testicular tumors and hernias when he is older. I'm sure that is more painful than neutering him.
Also, it helps calm them down and make him less aggressive. If he is humping toys now, that doesn't mean he won't try to hump a person. And have you ever seen an unneutered male around an unspayed female? It's terrible. They basically will do anything they can to get to the female.
Besides, the surgery is not going to be that painful. They medicate them before and after. And what would happen if your dog ever got loose?
2007-06-20 06:23:30 · answer #7 · answered by snbrown924 2 · 4⤊ 2⤋
If you are going to be responsible and make sure he is never able to get away from you and mate with another dog, I think it's okay not to neuter him.
However, he'll never get testicular cancer if neutered, or have any other problems associated with intact dogs. And he won't have the urge to roam. He won't be distracted by female dogs in heat.
Also, don't worry too much about the operation. Most male dogs don't have a hard recovery. They are usually feeling pretty good the same day it is done. Vets use disolvable stitches now so you don't have to put your dog through getting stitches removed. It really won't be hard on the dog.
2007-06-20 06:21:57 · answer #8 · answered by Carrie O'Labrador 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
It's not wrong to NOT want to get your puppy neutered. BUT, it is alot better for him and will live a longer life. I guess the question is, Do you plan on breeding him? As male dogs get older, they prone to mark the territory and possibly get aggressive. Although he is only an inside dog, what if? when you take him for a walk and he was to "smell" a female in heat, that is where the aggressiveness might come in. Plus it calms them down. I have 3 dogs and 2 are male dogs, Australian shepard & blue heeler, and they are neutered. I just recently got a female red heeler and I will get her spayed. It's the best decision I made for me. Good Luck
2007-06-20 06:41:07 · answer #9 · answered by lsisto12 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Some people does not neuter their pets, but if they do, it's not only for human's comfort (humping, ...). You have to consider the fact that a non-neutered dog will be suffering all his life of sexual frustration. Can you imagine how crazy he's turning inside, when smelling female all around him, feeling is instinct telling him to reproduce, and never be able to concretize that matter ? Even if your dog doesn't goes out a lot, his sense of smell is huge and if there is only one female in heat around, he will be able to smell her and will go insane about it...
Of course, the operation is not a good time for him, but you should balance the little week of recovery, kisses, treats and hugs with a whole life of hormonal domination and frustrating. Owever, it's your choice about your dog and you are the only one to decide.
2007-06-20 06:29:28 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋