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vainchick5 · 07-21-2005, 07:56 AM

I just made an appointment for Coco to get spayed on August 19. I made the phone call crying and shaking but I did it and it felt good. I asked all of the necessary questions and feel much better. My vet told me I could stay with her or provide her with toys or blanket of her own, so she feels more comfy. I think if you ask the right questions, Chloe will do great! Coco is also only 2 lbs at 5 months.

LIL MIS' MAGIC · 07-21-2005, 08:25 AM

She should be fine...we had Magic spayed at six months and she was right at 3lbs...she did great, we just made sure they used the gas and that they had the materials for a pup her size...we talked to the vet and asked all the questions and knew exactly what to expect....

sshaw · 07-21-2005, 08:38 AM

I had my little Raisin fixed and she was 2.7lb's. It was absolutely fine! My vet also urged me to do it for health reasons. I lost my Tiki because she developed a uterine infection at the age of 16 and I had to decide to have her fixed or watch her die. I had her fixed, but she just could not meet the challenge of surgery. She survived a week and then succumbed. I swear she could have lived to 20 if it was not for this.

If you have a good vet, I would not worry. Or don’t worry to much. Any surgery is scary and makes us all a basket case, but it is recommended.

Sue

chachi · 07-21-2005, 08:38 AM

I am sure she will be fine and you will be glad to have it done and over with. I share your concern though. I have a 3 lb girl that will be spayed in a couple of months.

JCarlson2004 · 07-21-2005, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by vainchick5

I just made an appointment for Coco to get spayed on August 19. I made the phone call crying and shaking but I did it and it felt good. I asked all of the necessary questions and feel much better. My vet told me I could stay with her or provide her with toys or blanket of her own, so she feels more comfy. I think if you ask the right questions, Chloe will do great! Coco is also only 2 lbs at 5 months.

Yay, you did it! Are you going to take off that day from work??

jwash · 07-21-2005, 09:58 AM

My Lacey is 3 lbs now at one year and was very very tiny when she was spayed. When I talked to my vet she told me she had done hamsters and it would be ok. Lacey came through like a charm, the vet said she had the smallest organs she had ever seen. If I can find the paperwork I'll confirm the weight but she was done at 5 months and I was scared to death. Chloe, who is larger had more trouble, Lacey was playing the next day, never had a pain that I could tell. Not to worry, it will be fine.

Brittie123 · 07-21-2005, 03:45 PM

Oh Jennifer I remember well when you had Katie spayed you were a wreck!

I think we emailed back and forth all day didn't we!

I have done a ton of research of anesthesia and toy dogs, especially tinies, if anyone needs any direction!

25% (1 in 4)female dogs get mammary cancer unfortunately. Spaying before the first heat reduces the risk to less than 1%! And spaying after the first heat but BEFORE the 2nd heat reduces the risk to 8%. After the second heat their chance of getting mammary cancer are just as high whether they were spayed or not, but pyometria is a high concern and is a very common and deadly disease, so in my opinion no matter how old they should be spayed to help prolong their life and give them a better quality of life. I feel pretty strongly about this, its just not fair to your pets not to spay them because you're "scared", I just knew it was something I had to do to give Mia a better life and something I will absolutely have to do with Emmy as well.

Mia was 8 months old and was 1 lb 10 oz when she was spayed, as long as you do your research and make sure the vet is taking all the necessary precautions your baby will be fine!

JCarlson2004 · 07-22-2005, 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Brittie123

Oh Jennifer I remember well when you had Katie spayed you were a wreck!

I think we emailed back and forth all day didn't we!

I was a TOTAL wreck! I'm so glad I had you to comfort me because I was a mess. It's really frightening when you imagine such a tiny baby being cut open. But if anyone needs any advice, e-mail Britt because she is the one that told me the right questions to ask and what to look for in a vet. She has a whole section dedicated to this on her....I mean Mia and Emmy's website

www.mylittlemia.com

Britt, I go on your website almost everyday just to look at the pics!

Brittie123 · 07-22-2005, 05:37 AM

Awww you're so sweet! It is THEIR site LOL! :P

centralnewyorki · 07-22-2005, 05:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Brittie123

25% (1 in 4)female dogs get mammary cancer unfortunately. Spaying before the first heat reduces the risk to less than 1%! And spaying after the first heat but BEFORE the 2nd heat reduces the risk to 8%. After the second heat their chance of getting mammary cancer are just as high whether they were spayed or not, but pyometria is a high concern and is a very common and deadly disease, so in my opinion no matter how old they should be spayed to help prolong their life and give them a better quality of life.

1 in 4?!

This seems really high? Can some of the experienced breeders comment on this? (Sorry Britt- not questioning your fact, just curious about the fate and health of a breeding female) Pat and Rini W. (and any of our other experts!)- have you had many problems throughout the years with your breeding females getting cancer? It's scary to see such a high number.

Brittie123 · 07-22-2005, 06:09 AM

I actually got that fact from Terri Shumsky when I was doing a lot of research on spaying and anesthesia, we talked for a long time about it. She just passed away recently but she bred yorkies and worked with vets for 30 years, she was definitely a yorkie guru.

And yes, it is high! Its astounding!

JCarlson2004 · 07-22-2005, 06:34 AM

At the shelter that I volunteer at, we see a lot of dog's (and not necessarily puppy mill dogs) but just every day house pets whose owners give them up because they get (in the owners limited, narrow opinion) too old (like 9 or 10 which is NOT too old). But these dogs who have never been spayed or neutered have tumors. Not EVERY single one but a lot of them. It's devestating.

Brittie123 · 07-22-2005, 01:33 PM

I volunteer at the animal shelter here and its the same thing. People dont want to pay for the expensive surgeries to have the tumors removed so they just give them up. I don't get why some people even get dogs in the first place.

JCarlson2004 · 07-25-2005, 05:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Brittie123

I volunteer at the animal shelter here and its the same thing. People dont want to pay for the expensive surgeries to have the tumors removed so they just give them up. I don't get why some people even get dogs in the first place.

I know Britt! If you're not willing to invest money into your dog's health, or give it up when it gets sick or old, why even BOTHER to get one? It doesn't make sense. And some of these people act so heartless and "casual" about giving up their dog. I'd NEVER give up my babies. It's just unthinkable to me. And I'd never give up my dog because an apartment or condo does not allow pets. If my dogs are not allowed, then it's OUT OF THE QUESTION for me to even consider moving there.

Saragp · 07-26-2005, 07:42 AM

I just got my Abby back and she seems to be doing fine. She is 7 months and 3.3 lbs. I must admit that I put if off for a few months. I normally get my pups fixed around 5-6 months, but I have never had one so small.

But Abby is doing very well and she didn't even get any pain meds.
She was a bit sore though. She stayed the night at the vet after her surgery and the next day when I picked her up I kept her in an x-pen so she wouldn't move around a lot. She believes she in invincible!

Good luck.

07-21-2005, 07:56 AM	#16
vainchick5 YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: CA Posts: 6,588	I just made an appointment for Coco to get spayed on August 19. I made the phone call crying and shaking but I did it and it felt good. I asked all of the necessary questions and feel much better. My vet told me I could stay with her or provide her with toys or blanket of her own, so she feels more comfy. I think if you ask the right questions, Chloe will do great! Coco is also only 2 lbs at 5 months. __________________ Mommy to Coco and Rocco

07-21-2005, 08:25 AM	#17
LIL MIS' MAGIC Yorkie Lover Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Midlothian, Texas Posts: 4,377 Blog Entries: 3	She should be fine...we had Magic spayed at six months and she was right at 3lbs...she did great, we just made sure they used the gas and that they had the materials for a pup her size...we talked to the vet and asked all the questions and knew exactly what to expect.... __________________ Kristin, Mom to: Lil Mis Magic, Sailor and Captain

07-21-2005, 08:38 AM	#19
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	I am sure she will be fine and you will be glad to have it done and over with. I share your concern though. I have a 3 lb girl that will be spayed in a couple of months. __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

07-22-2005, 06:34 AM	#27
JCarlson2004 Mommy To 3 Poochies Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New York Posts: 8,287	At the shelter that I volunteer at, we see a lot of dog's (and not necessarily puppy mill dogs) but just every day house pets whose owners give them up because they get (in the owners limited, narrow opinion) too old (like 9 or 10 which is NOT too old). But these dogs who have never been spayed or neutered have tumors. Not EVERY single one but a lot of them. It's devestating. __________________ Mommy Loves Codie, Tia & Baby Cali RIP My Precious Katie - I Love You

07-26-2005, 07:42 AM	#30
Saragp YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 335	I just got my Abby back and she seems to be doing fine. She is 7 months and 3.3 lbs. I must admit that I put if off for a few months. I normally get my pups fixed around 5-6 months, but I have never had one so small. But Abby is doing very well and she didn't even get any pain meds. She was a bit sore though. She stayed the night at the vet after her surgery and the next day when I picked her up I kept her in an x-pen so she wouldn't move around a lot. She believes she in invincible! Good luck. __________________ Sara & "The Kids" Visit ALL my fur-kids through Bailey! Bailey: www.dogster.com/?151175

07-21-2005, 08:38 AM	#18
sshaw YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: vestal Posts: 1,289	I had my little Raisin fixed and she was 2.7lb's. It was absolutely fine! My vet also urged me to do it for health reasons. I lost my Tiki because she developed a uterine infection at the age of 16 and I had to decide to have her fixed or watch her die. I had her fixed, but she just could not meet the challenge of surgery. She survived a week and then succumbed. I swear she could have lived to 20 if it was not for this. If you have a good vet, I would not worry. Or don’t worry to much. Any surgery is scary and makes us all a basket case, but it is recommended. Sue

07-21-2005, 09:58 AM	#21
jwash YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 723	My Lacey is 3 lbs now at one year and was very very tiny when she was spayed. When I talked to my vet she told me she had done hamsters and it would be ok. Lacey came through like a charm, the vet said she had the smallest organs she had ever seen. If I can find the paperwork I'll confirm the weight but she was done at 5 months and I was scared to death. Chloe, who is larger had more trouble, Lacey was playing the next day, never had a pain that I could tell. Not to worry, it will be fine.

07-21-2005, 03:45 PM	#22
Brittie123 No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 288	Oh Jennifer I remember well when you had Katie spayed you were a wreck! I think we emailed back and forth all day didn't we! I have done a ton of research of anesthesia and toy dogs, especially tinies, if anyone needs any direction! 25% (1 in 4)female dogs get mammary cancer unfortunately. Spaying before the first heat reduces the risk to less than 1%! And spaying after the first heat but BEFORE the 2nd heat reduces the risk to 8%. After the second heat their chance of getting mammary cancer are just as high whether they were spayed or not, but pyometria is a high concern and is a very common and deadly disease, so in my opinion no matter how old they should be spayed to help prolong their life and give them a better quality of life. I feel pretty strongly about this, its just not fair to your pets not to spay them because you're "scared", I just knew it was something I had to do to give Mia a better life and something I will absolutely have to do with Emmy as well. Mia was 8 months old and was 1 lb 10 oz when she was spayed, as long as you do your research and make sure the vet is taking all the necessary precautions your baby will be fine!

07-22-2005, 05:37 AM	#24
Brittie123 No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 288	Awww you're so sweet! It is THEIR site LOL! :P

07-22-2005, 06:09 AM	#26
Brittie123 No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 288	I actually got that fact from Terri Shumsky when I was doing a lot of research on spaying and anesthesia, we talked for a long time about it. She just passed away recently but she bred yorkies and worked with vets for 30 years, she was definitely a yorkie guru. And yes, it is high! Its astounding!

07-22-2005, 01:33 PM	#28
Brittie123 No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 288	I volunteer at the animal shelter here and its the same thing. People dont want to pay for the expensive surgeries to have the tumors removed so they just give them up. I don't get why some people even get dogs in the first place.