I vote for neuter. My younger dog was 2.8 lbs, which was 1lb underweight, when he was neutered.
I DEFINITELY also vote on getting pre-op bloodwork done...especially since these guys are smaller AND the breed is prone to liver shunt problems. It can be very hard for a dog to come out of anesthesia if they do have a liver shut. It cost extra money...but IMO, it's worth the reassurance.
If you don't neuter your dog, it can lead to behavioral problems(peeing all over the house, aggression/dominance issues ,mounting, escaping to chase after females) and it can also lead to health problems later in life. Keeping around an intact male is a big responsibility, and it can be a big pain in the butt. It's soooo not worth the trouble if you aren't breeding. |