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Originally Posted by ababy42693  Just wanted to ask around because today I was told by the vet it needed to be done as a preventative measure, not just to keep him from reproducing. I was planning on not neutering but if it's a concern in yorkies then that's different. Also has anyone had trouble with not losing baby teeth? They said they could remove them and neuter him while they did that, but he's just over 6 months and still losing teeth. Right now I'm going to wait a few weeks and see if they fall out and go from there. I'm slightly worried they are just trying to get more money. Thoughts? |
Neutering a male is not Necessary health wise. It is how ever the position most vets endorse. As more and more research studies come in there is less evidence of physical health benefits for the males in particular. Vets I do not think want more money but do endorse neutering for one reason ---- the male dogs can't reproduce.
Now here is why I think you should seriously considering neutering once he is old enough 8mths old at least You will not be able as the owner to contribute
to accidental breedings and the important point here as opposed to other breeds there are no extant studies on Yorkies or toy breeds that show some serious health concerns with neutering a matured male. There are studies how-ever that show some very serious concerns with neutering or spaying in Rottweilers, Goldens, Viszlas GSD,etc.
Neutering will not necessarily stop marking or correct aggression or correct roaming behaviours - for these are behaviours that can only be controlled with proper training.