{"id":2186,"date":"2017-03-03T10:57:19","date_gmt":"2017-03-03T10:57:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.tails.com\/?p=2186"},"modified":"2021-01-11T20:05:30","modified_gmt":"2021-01-11T20:05:30","slug":"what-you-need-to-know-about-neutering","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tails.com\/blog\/what-you-need-to-know-about-neutering\/","title":{"rendered":"What you need to know about neutering"},"content":{"rendered":"

Neutering is a big decision in any dog owner\u2019s journey, which many choose for health and behaviour benefits<\/span>. If you\u2019re apprehensive or unsure about the process, this post will help you decide if it\u2019s right for you and your dog.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is neutering?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Neutering is a routine operation that prevents dogs from breeding. For male dogs, it involves the removal of their testicles (also known as castration). This means they\u2019ll be infertile and won\u2019t seek out female dogs for mating. Their testosterone production will stop too, which can influence some behaviour problems. For females, it involves the removal of their ovaries and usually the uterus too (also known as spaying). Spaying prevents the eggs from developing, meaning they won\u2019t become pregnant. This may sound dramatic but remember that it is a very routine procedure. Your vet probably performs over a dozen neutering operations every single week, often more!<\/span><\/p>\n

What\u2019s the procedure to neuter your dog?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Neutering is a surgical operation that takes place in your veterinary clinic with your dog under general anaesthetic. They\u2019re also given medication to make sure they\u2019re pain-free after their operation too. Neutering is a safe procedure that\u2019s regularly carried out by vets and comes with very little risk of complications.<\/span><\/p>\n

What will happen after the operation?<\/b><\/h2>\n

For the first 24 hours or so after the anaesthetic, your dog might appear a little groggy and quieter than usual, until it wears off. In the days following the operation, your dog\u2019s stitches will need to fully heal. You\u2019ll need to make sure they\u2019re not running around too much or licking or scratching at their wound. Often your vet will recommend they wear a lampshade collar to avoid this.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fact: <\/b>The official name for a lampshade collar\/cone is actually \u2018<\/span>Elizabethan collar<\/span><\/a>\u2019 and was invented in the early 1960s by Frank L. Johnson.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Why is neutering recommended?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Neutering is recommended for reducing the number of accidental litters of puppies<\/a>. The behavioural and health benefits of neutering vary according to whether you have a male or female dog and also on an individual basis.<\/span><\/p>\n

Benefits for female dogs:<\/span><\/h3>\n
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  • Eliminates risk of early or accidental pregnancy<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Prevents unwanted attention from male dogs<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Reduces risk of mammary tumours (breast cancer) if carried out early<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Stops fertile seasons or \u2018heat\u2019 periods, which happen about twice a year<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Eliminates the risk of pyometra, a serious infection in the uterus that can occur after a female dog is in heat<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Eliminates the risk of false or phantom pregnancy, which can carry serious complications<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Benefits for male dogs:<\/span><\/h3>\n
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    • Reduces testosterone driven behaviour such as dog fights, aggression towards people, mounting other dogs and frequent urine-based territory marking<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Eliminates the risk of testicular problems like cancer and torsions<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Reduces the risk of some prostate gland problems, perineal hernias and certain other tumours<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Can improve attention span and training abilities, making dogs more owner-focused<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Reduces the desire to escape and seek out females (the majority of dogs hit by cars are straying males)<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Can reduce status-related behaviour issues as neutered dogs are less likely to compete for the \u2018top dog\u2019 position with other dogs or family members<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Are there any disadvantages of neutering your dog?<\/b><\/h2>\n

      Most disadvantages of neutering can be avoided by neutering your dog at the right time. For example, neutering large and giant breed male dogs too early can lead to some bone and joint problems in their later life. For females, spaying too late can increase the risk of mammary tumours or uterine infections but spaying before the first season can sometimes result in urinary issues in later life. By taking all these factors into account, many vets will recommend spaying between the first and second season. <\/span><\/p>\n

      When should I neuter my dog?<\/b><\/h2>\n

      As we always say at tails.com, every dog is different. There isn\u2019t a specific best practice that suits every dog and their owner and when it comes to neutering, lots of factors need to be considered, including their breed and your dog\u2019s individual needs. If you\u2019re thinking about neutering, having an open discussion with your vet about the best option for your dog will ensure that you\u2019re making the right decision for both of you.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      Neutering is a big decision in any dog owner\u2019s journey, which many choose for health and behaviour benefits. If you\u2019re apprehensive or unsure about the process, this post will hopefully help you decide if it\u2019s right for you and your dog.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":2188,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2506],"tags":[977,973,978,974,975,976],"class_list":["post-2186","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-advice","tag-dog-castration","tag-dog-neutering","tag-dog-neutering-cost","tag-neutered","tag-spayed","tag-spayed-dog"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhat You Need To Know About Neutering Your Dog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Neutering your dog is a big decision. 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