The age at which a dog should be neutered
Many people ask, when is the best time to sterilize a male dog or a female dog? There are always different opinions. There are different reports. Domestic animal doctors also have their own different timetables.
First, it is recommended for bitches to be carried out after the first estrus
Generally speaking, it is best for bitches after the first estrus. Because the female dog goes through a heat cycle, the pituitary gland, the ovaries and the entire hormone cycle go through it. At this time, the female dog’s sexual orientation is stable, and all aspects of personality and development have reached the most complete level, which is the best time for sterilization.
Second, it is best for male dogs to be carried out after 8 months.
As for male dogs, it can be determined according to the owner’s wishes: after male dogs are sexually mature, they will occupy land. Many dog owners don’t like dogs lifting their legs to pee everywhere in the house, so they choose to sterilize male dogs when they are 6 months old, so that they can’t learn to lift their legs to pee for a lifetime. But because it has not gone through the stage of sexual maturity, it may not be very good for the development of the body.
Therefore, most veterinarians recommend that male dogs should be neutered after 9-10 months. Although they will lift their legs at this time, their male hormones have already begun to develop, which is harmful to the dog’s body.
Health is better.
Generally speaking, as for the age of sterilization, the doctor said that theoretically any age can be done. However, considering that the operation requires general anesthesia, there is a certain risk. Older dogs who are too old should do it as a last resort, and young dogs abroad are sterilized from 4 to 6 months. However, some doctors consider the needs of the growth and development of male dogs. Surgery can be performed after 8 months.
