spajr
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Post by spajr on Aug 3, 2009 11:55:54 GMT -5
I have a DD female pup who will be 6 months old next week. I plan to spay her and would like to do it before her first heat cycle.
At what age do DDs typically have their first heat cycle?
Thank you very much.
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Post by mschlapa on Aug 3, 2009 16:52:33 GMT -5
It sounds like you already have your mind made up, but before you spay your puppy do a little research and look at all the problems early spay and neuter causes dogs down the road. Certain kinds of cancer sky rocket and it also causes orthopedic problems as well. Most vets don't tell you this because they see their duty to keep the pet population down as more important. Waiting until the proper age should not be a problem for a responsible dog owner.
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Post by spajr on Aug 4, 2009 9:55:38 GMT -5
Thank you. I've done some research and think it prudent to wait until she has physically fully developed.
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