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Originally Posted by misterjohnny  We had him neutered at 7 months per the vets advice. I didn't know about the growth plates. I believe the neutering led to abnormal growth. He has very long legs for a yorkie and weighs nine pounds. His spine also seems abnormal. He has a very hard time doing sit pretty. His parents are show dogs weighing 5 and 5 1/2 pounds, so imo, his overgrowth may have been affected by the neuter. I wish breeders would discuss this with their clients. I don't want him to suffer any bone problems later in life. |
I think if you read the research which was linked in a few posts above yours, you will note the absence of research on toy breeds not to mention in specific Yorkshire Terriers.
Spinal abnormalities are not linked to early neutering, and if present should be discussed with your vet!
Hard time doing sit pretty
is usually his back muscles are weak..... And that can be from incorrect or incomplete training to build up those muscles.
Well nothing is outside the realm of possibility the probability of neutering aat 7mths old creating long legs and an abnormal back are very slim.