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Date Posted: 13:22:58 12/30/09 Wed
Author: Eryn
Subject: Re: Spay/Neuter
In reply to: Sharon 's message, "Spay/Neuter" on 15:07:46 12/29/09 Tue

Hi Sharon,

I have talked to several different vets concerning this issue, including my own godfather who has been a DVM for over 30 years. He, and the majority of the vets I have spoken to, all basically say the same, that spaying/neutering at a young age will not in any way, shape or form, "hurt" the dog, or cause growth stunt, health risks, etc. And this relates to any breed, whether they be a small or giant breed.

However, I have also spoken to a few other vets who claim the health risks and growth stunts DO pose a threat for a large/giant breed dog and it is best to let them grow and mature to an age of at least 24 mos. However, if waiting this long is simply not possible, they recommend waiting till the dog is at least 1 year of age before doing the procedure.

It seems some people have different experiences with this as well. Some say they have spayed/neutered their giant/large breed dog at 5 mos, and they grew to a considerable size and filled out nicely, with no health problems. Others say they have seen the side effects of spaying/neutering too early and the dogs look skinny, have reduced muscle mass, and stunted growth. Here is a paper that is an interesting read and may or may not change one's view about spaying/neutering early on.
http://www.naiaonline.org/pdfs/longtermhealtheffectsofspayneuterindogs.pdf

In the long run, each individual owner has to make that decision for themselves and do what they truly believe is best for their dog. Personally, I think that if an owner is truly responsible and prepares themselves for the troubles of the heat cycle of the female, or the marking and testosterome of the male, that it might be better to wait for the dog to grow and mature before being spayed or spayed/neutered. Thats my opinion.

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