When is the best time to have your puppy neutered?

parus said:

Here is a very interesting statistical analysis suggesting that in some breeds there are major advantages (less risk of cancer or joint issues) to leaving the dog intact or waiting to desex until the dog is more mature, while in other breeds it doesn't appear to make much of a difference in long-term health when and whether you spay/neuter. There are also differences in outcomes for males versus females in some breeds.
Check it out: Assisting Decision-Making on Age of Neutering for 35 Breeds of Dogs: Associated Joint Disorders, Cancers, and Ur

parus said:

Here is a very interesting statistical analysis suggesting that in some breeds there are major advantages (less risk of cancer or joint issues) to leaving the dog intact or waiting to desex until the dog is more mature, while in other breeds it doesn't appear to make much of a difference in long-term health when and whether you spay/neuter. There are also differences in outcomes for males versus females in some breeds.
Check it out: Assisting Decision-Making on Age of Neutering for 35 Breeds of Dogs: Associated Joint Disorders, Cancers, and Urinary Incontinence

Generally speaking, unless there is a risk of pregnancy or an issue like an undescended testicle, it's best to wait until the dog's growth plates have closed to neuter a male, as retaining their full allotment of testosterone will help their physical development be more robust. So once they've reached their full height and are filling out, basically. That happens earlier in smaller dogs than in larger ones.

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Generally speaking, unless there is a risk of pregnancy or an issue like an undescended testicle, it's best to wait until the dog's growth plates have closed to neuter a male, as retaining their full allotment of testosterone will help their physical development be more robust. So once they've reached their full height and are filling out, basically. That happens earlier in smaller dogs than in larger ones.

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LeoRose said:

The "best" time will range from now to never, depending on your situation. If you are planning on showing or breeding him, and/or can ensure that he won't accidentally breed any of your (or other people's) bitches, then you can wait until he's grown. If you don't plan on showing, breeding, or can't ensure that there won't be an accidental breeding, then neutering him between six months and a year is probably the better option.

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Deacon.dog said:

For males I say never (just my opinion). If you want to I advise for Large breeds 2yrs, Small Breeds 1yr. Same ages for females. Lack of hormones while growing can cause your dog to develop weak and lanky. If you have to do it early, its ok. I'm not a pet dog owner, so I have different standards. Just throwing my opinion in there because I just like to talk dog stuff .

Because you have 8 females, I'd advise 6 months at the earliest, and make sure they are NEVER left alone together even for a split second. Crate and rotate if you need to.

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