Benefits of dog neutering

First, it is easy to control. Pets in estrus like to bark and run around, which is difficult to control and can easily be lost if you are not careful. Especially large dogs, they may be even more uncontrollable during estrus. After sterilization, the temperament of pets becomes more... docile.

Second, reduce the risk of disease. It can avoid the occurrence of many reproductive system diseases, reduce the chance of testicular cancer in male animals, reduce the prevalence of prostate disease, and also reduce the occurrence of breast cancer and uterine cancer in female animals. It can also reduce skin diseases caused by abnormal hormone secretion.

Third, extend the life of pets. Continuous and excessive reproductive activities will accelerate the aging of the pet's body organs and shorten the life of the pet. Neutering is the best way to extend the life of the pet.

Fourth, change the pet’s personality. The temperament of neutered dogs becomes more docile, reducing the number of pets going out, howling, and fighting, thus reducing the chance of injury and loss. The relationship with the owner becomes closer.

Fifth, reduce the number of stray dogs. In recent years, stray dogs have become one of the serious social problems in Chinese society. Incidents of stray dogs attacking people have occurred frequently, and the number of stray animals is still increasing.
The most important reason for the increase in stray animals is that many pets that have not been neutered are bred at will. The resulting pets are not effectively disposed of and discarded, resulting in a sharp increase in stray animals. Neutering is the most important way to prevent the increase in stray animals from the source.

Disadvantages of dog sterilization

Many pet owners are worried about the risks of sterilization surgery. At present, pet sterilization surgery is a very routine operation. The surgical technology is very mature. As long as you go to the regular There will basically be no problems in the hospital under the operation of professional veterinarians; make sure it is a regular and licensed hospital! Don't go to a pet store or a small hospital without a license. Moreover, the dog will be under anesthesia and will not feel pain. The medical risks are also within control, so don’t worry too much. Generally speaking, you can return to your normal life within about ten days after surgery.

When is the best time to sterilize a dog?

Generally, pets can be sterilized when they are 6-8 months old. It is best to sterilize before going into heat to avoid sexual impulses after the operation. .

How to care for dogs after sterilization

1. Pets may become confused after anesthesia. Do not put your hands in front of the pet’s mouth or in front of its eyes, as this may cause accidental injury.
2. Itching will occur during the wound healing process. At this time, be sure not to let the dog lick the wound. If you can't stop it, you can go to a pet hospital to rent or buy a protective ring (especially for male dogs).
3. When pets start to stand up after surgery, clean water should be provided to them in time. after surgeryFood can be provided to them after 6-8 hours, and the amount of food should be half of the usual amount.
4. After surgery, provide them with a warm, soft, and quiet place to rest. Dogs that have just undergone surgery may be quieter than usual and their mental state is not as full as before, but owners do not need to worry. All are normal.
5. Give them more time to rest and sleep, and give them more care. If your dog has not eaten for 2 days, please contact your veterinarian promptly to find out the reason.
6. Always observe whether your dog has shortness of breath, vomiting and diarrhea, constipation, difficulty urinating, continuous bleeding or other abnormal behaviors. If you find any, please communicate with your veterinarian in time.