Benefits of Spaying & Neutering
There are many reason to spay and neauter your pet, here are a few reasons why I feel it is a good idea.
Benefits of Neutering:
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Reduces or eliminates risk of spraying and marking
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Less desire to roam, therefore less likely to be injured in fights or auto accidents
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Risk of testicular cancer is eliminated, and decreases incidence of prostate disease
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Reduces number of unwanted cats/kittens/dogs/puppies
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Decreases aggressive behavior, including dog bites
Benefits of Spaying:
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No heat cycles, therefore males will not be attracted
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Less desire to roam
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Risk of mammary gland tumors, ovarian and/or uterine cancer is reduced or eliminated
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Reduces number of unwanted cats/kittens/dogs/puppies
With that said, be responsible. I do not believe in spaying a dog PRIOR to its first heat cycle. I feel that the female reproductive system should remain INTACT through the female's first heat cycle. There are many hormones that females need in order to remain balanced. Once a female is through her first heat, it would be wise to have her spayed soon after to make less worry over an unwanted pregnancy.