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Originally Posted by Lee B  Ellie May, thank you for your candor. Personally, because I have no intention of doing the "show" thing, nor do I intend to breed him, the best thing I can do for him is to get him "neutralized". I think all of us will be happier in the long run.
Judy, Duh! I hadn't thought in terms of dental work. He has a whole mouthful of sharp little teeth, and I just figured they'd fall out normally (like all my other dogs' teeth have done). Down the road apiece, I understand the need for dental work - but this little dude better plan on spitting out his OWN baby teeth  . Knowing this vet, I'm sure he'll check the pup's teeth while he has the opportunity to do so.
Cost: I've only gone to the one vet in my area, and I haven't had to have a dog neutered in oh, maybe 13 years or so .... this one is charging $225 all inclusive of preliminary bloodwork, neutering, sedation, and post-op. Is that a normal fee? |
These toy breeds have a problem with retained baby teeth so don't be surprised if he needs to have some removed. If it's done along with his neuter, though, it won't be much more.
Pricing depends on the area of the country. $225 sounds pretty reasonable to me since it includes everything.