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Originally Posted by Potter I agree with Diego. He is 12-14, to castrate him now is a torture the old doggie. Maybe get a second opinion. They'd still be able to have erections after castration. |
Because the problems he has are pretty bad. I forgot to mention previously that when he sees another female, regardless of size, that is not neutered he gets way too excited. To the point that he has breathing difficulties, due to his heart. The vet said this will change if neutered. I'm always afraid he'll have a heart attack or something. Our neighbours dog is not neutered and this happens whenever he sees her.
This erection problem is very bad for him. I have spoken to the vet about other possible solutions, medication etc and some medication may not mix well with his heart pills. We are going to talk again about chemical castration too. I am not going to make a decision until after the holidays now. I am going to England on Monday, he is not rabies jabbed, again because of the heart so he will staying with friends. I am going to talk to a vet in England next week and ask their opinion. A few months ago he had an op to remove some very badly infected teeth, he now only has 3 bless him and that went really well. The vet said he woke up quickly and normally.
I do trust my vet 200%+ he has never made a mistake and checks Alfie out every 1 - 2 months. I just wanted some opinions. Thanks to all who have helped. I don't want anything to happen to him but I want him to live a comfortable happy life for the few years he has left, if this does that for him then I will be pleased.