The Best Age to Spay Your Dog in 2024 (veterinarian explains)

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😱 Did you know that 1 in 4 entire female dogs will develop a pyometra by the age of 10? This is a life-threatening infection of the uterus that often requires emergency surgery!

🐕‍🦺 Here are some key points from our discussion on when to spay your dog:

1️⃣ Spaying can prevent serious conditions like pyometra and mammary cancer, and on average spayed dogs live longer than their entire counterparts

2️⃣ Spaying does have some risks, and if carried out at the wrong time it can increase the risk of cruciate ligament injury and certain cancers in specific dog breeds.

3️⃣ The recommended timing of spaying varies hugely and is based on adult body weight and breed

💡 The overall takeaway is that while spaying offers numerous health benefits, the ideal timing should be carefully considered based on your dog's specific breed, size, and health needs. It's crucial to discuss this with your vet to tailor the decision to your furry friend's situation.

🤔 How do you feel about the timing of spaying or neutering your pets? Do you think more personalized guidance is needed in making these decisions?

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00:00 Dog spay controversy
01:34 Pyometra
02:33 Mammary cancer
03:34 Pregnancy risks
04:12 Roaming and trauma
04:52 Life expectancy
05:14 Surgery risk
06:19 Cruciate ligament injury
07:46 Cancer risk
08:43 Incontinence
09:03 Autoimmune disease
09:45 Obesity
10:52 Should you spay your dog?
13:09 When to spay your dog