When Should I Spay My Chihuahua Puppy

Should I Spay My Puppy? Posted August 13, 2013 by Pauley's Pups. At Pauley’s Pups, we specialize in connecting small breed dogs with loving, caring, lifelong human companions.

When should i spay my chihuahua puppy. Dry dog or puppy food is the best option, but some chis patently refuse to eat for days until something else is offered. For particularly finicky chis, I have heard of feeding kitten food in the morning for protein and teeth, and then canned dog food at night, but again, talk to the vet. In my experience, dogs neutered under 6 months develop less obesity and don’t establish some of the “male” behaviors that neutering is meant to treat. They are also less likely to jump a fence, fight, or get hit by a car. One of the biggest alleged benefits, which is why many choose to spay their chihuahua bitch, is an apparently healthier dog. Spaying is said to reduce the risk of mammary cancer. But, recent research has suggests that this concern is largely theoretical and their is no real evidence to support this. As a Chihuahua owner, one of the first and most important decisions you’ll make is whether or not to have your pet sterilized. As with any decision, there are both positives and negatives that must be considered before you make any decisions on whether to spay or neuter your Chihuahua puppy.

Their feedback bore out all my initial findings. When Should We Spay and Castrate? With regard to castration, I believe that males should not be castrated until they have been cocking their leg for at least three months, and should be at least 10 to 36 months of age (depending on size and breed). The larger the breed then the later they mature. There are plenty of positive aspects to having your puppy spayed, but it's important to know all the details before you make that decision. This simple guide explains spaying and the changes you can expect in your dog. Having a female puppy spayed is a common procedure, but it's not a decision you should take without knowing all the facts. Many believe a female dog should be spayed before her first heat cycle, and a male dog should be neutered within 6 months after birth. While others say that early spaying & neutering is too aggressive and spaying a dog after first heat is better as it will actually damage your pet’s health and shorten their lifespan if done too early. Though these procedures can be done on puppies as young as a few months old, dog owners should consult with their veterinarian to determine the best age to spay or neuter their pet.

Question: I have a female Chihuahua puppy, 8 months old and 4.25 lbs. My veterinarian suggested waiting to spay her until she is a year old. He said she might go into heat, but he would rather wait until later. Water is essential for puppies, and your Chihuahua should have fresh, clean water available at all times. Without it, tiny puppies can quickly become dehydrated. If your Chihuahua puppy seems ill, dehydrated or has eaten something that is potentially harmful, call your veterinarian immediately. More on Puppy Care. Puppy Care Basics I’m often asked what the best age is to spay and neuter a dog – and the real answer is, it depends! Let’s take a look at the benefits and risks of these surgeries and what, if any, is the best time to schedule the snip or spay. What does spayed mean? During spay surgery, a female dog's reproductive organs - called the ovaries - are removed. Q: Is it OK to spay my dog when she’s a puppy? A: We spay or neuter dogs at our clinic at 8 weeks as long as they weigh at least two pounds. Of course, it varies by breed. Some of the tiny breeds have to be done later. But larger breeds are usually ready by two months of age.

About the author: Michele Welton has over 40 years of experience as a Dog Trainer, Dog Breed Consultant, and founder of three Dog Training Centers.An expert researcher and author of 15 books about dogs, she loves helping people choose, train, and care for their dogs. Check out my other articles on health & feeding The vet recommended he be neutered because he could develop testicular cancer. I bred him once to my daughter's chi, and then had him neutered. He lived for 15 years and was a great little guy. I elected not to spay my female I got 10 years ago because my male was neutered and I figured why put her through that surgery. BIG MISTAKE. New puppy visits have to be one of my favorite appointments in veterinary medicine. Adorable puppies, excited owners, so many opportunities to lay the groundwork for a long and happy life together. We cover lots of topics: vaccinations, deworming schedules, training, nutrition. A lot of owners seem to overlook the importance of having their Chihuahuas spayed or neutered. When you are busy looking at puppies trying to find the one that's right for your family, it's easy to forget about future issues like spaying and neutering.