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Originally Posted by AsCeNsIoN That makes it sound soooooo severe!! Like I'm about to commit a horrible crime or something.  I haven't decided what to do. I'm not going to breed her. I'd be lucky to find a yorkie to breed her with, as it took us two years to find her. There are no dogs roaming the streets here, its against the law, so there will be NO accidental pregnancy even if she ever did get out without me, which she won't. There is no over population of dogs here, but there is a HUGE cat problem. The only thing I'm interested in is what is BEST FOR MITZI. I'm not concerened about dealing with her in heat or blood or anything else. Just simply what is the right thing to do for her. If i'm being honest, I would prefer not to have her spayed and just leave her as God intended. I am just worried about her health and would be willing if it means she will have a better life. |
I am sorry if it sounded severe...that was not my intention...i was merely trying to point out that there are alternatives procedures depending on what your desired goals are.
Everyone has to weigh the risks vs. the benefits. When I did the calculations ain my head after allof m research I have made the decision NOT to spay my two girls. They are both smaller and they are house dogs and with me and under my supervision 24/7.
I just do not want anyone to be misrepresented to when you talk to vets or others who "bend" the facts or the truth in favor of neutering. I would rather the facts or statistics simply be presented with all of the risks and side effects explained and then each person can decide what is best for their baby.
I would just hope that everyone would research both sides and not just do what your vet says to do because the vet, more often than not, is not telling you everything. There is no law that requires them to advise you like there is for human beings.