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andibaby · 07-24-2008, 05:43 PM

Just wondering when to plan on getting my babies spayed/neutered?
Ace is almost 5 months but only about 2 lbs.
Lizzie is 3 months and about 3-4 lbs.
We go to the vet on the first for a check-up-but I was curious about everyone's own experience.
Thanks!!

Judy in Waco · 07-24-2008, 05:47 PM

I would ask your vet at your appointment. I think most people try to balance it. You don't want her to go into her first heat I don't think, but you want to wait just in case they need any baby teeth removed.

There's probably a better rule of thumb to follow, so I'm sure others will jump in with the best answer.

Nancy1999 · 07-24-2008, 06:51 PM

I'm not sure if your aware of it, but for some reason Yorkies don't lose their milk teeth on their own, they may lose a couple, but the others stay in, even after the permanent teeth come in. This is asking for problems because it causes the permanent teeth to come in incorrectly, and the two rows of teeth can cause food build up, leading to early decay. So most Yorkies have to have at least some of their baby teeth removed. Since this is done under anesthesia, most doctors like to combine neutering with teeth removal to avoid having to go under twice. Usually teeth can safely be removed at 6-7 months, and so many plan the neutering at this time. Joey's vet had him come in about a month before the surgery was planned to make sure teeth would be ready to be pulled at that time. Many people aren't aware that a Yorkies teeth play an extremely important part in their overall health, so anything you can do to protect their teeth will pay off later.

tigerelsker · 07-24-2008, 07:05 PM

My Augie is 7mos old today, and he just lost his last baby tooth. So none have to be pulled for him. His sister has 2 canines left.

Now my 5yr old had 2 pulled when he was fixed.

andibaby · 07-24-2008, 07:07 PM

Thanks-that definately give some guidance

!

Nancy1999 · 07-24-2008, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tigerelsker

My Augie is 7mos old today, and he just lost his last baby tooth. So none have to be pulled for him. His sister has 2 canines left.

Now my 5yr old had 2 pulled when he was fixed.

Wow, lucky you, I hope the tooth fairy was very good to him.

tigerelsker · 07-25-2008, 03:34 PM

yup, he got an extra goodie that night

07-24-2008, 05:43 PM	#1
andibaby Owned By Ace and Lizzie Donating Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: oklahoma Posts: 1,028	Silly question. Just wondering when to plan on getting my babies spayed/neutered? Ace is almost 5 months but only about 2 lbs. Lizzie is 3 months and about 3-4 lbs. We go to the vet on the first for a check-up-but I was curious about everyone's own experience. Thanks!! __________________ Andrea-Momma to Ace Lizzie and baby Sid

07-24-2008, 05:47 PM	#2
Judy in Waco Gizzy & Kandi spoil me Donating Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 8,477	I would ask your vet at your appointment. I think most people try to balance it. You don't want her to go into her first heat I don't think, but you want to wait just in case they need any baby teeth removed. There's probably a better rule of thumb to follow, so I'm sure others will jump in with the best answer. __________________ The fullness of our heart is expressed in our eyes, in our touch, in what we write, in what we say, in the way we walk, the way we receive, the way we need. -Mother Teresa ( RIP Gizmo 3/9/07-8/18/12)

07-24-2008, 06:51 PM	#3
Nancy1999 I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 25,396 Blog Entries: 2	I'm not sure if your aware of it, but for some reason Yorkies don't lose their milk teeth on their own, they may lose a couple, but the others stay in, even after the permanent teeth come in. This is asking for problems because it causes the permanent teeth to come in incorrectly, and the two rows of teeth can cause food build up, leading to early decay. So most Yorkies have to have at least some of their baby teeth removed. Since this is done under anesthesia, most doctors like to combine neutering with teeth removal to avoid having to go under twice. Usually teeth can safely be removed at 6-7 months, and so many plan the neutering at this time. Joey's vet had him come in about a month before the surgery was planned to make sure teeth would be ready to be pulled at that time. Many people aren't aware that a Yorkies teeth play an extremely important part in their overall health, so anything you can do to protect their teeth will pay off later. __________________ NancyJoey Proud members of the CrAzYcLuB and YAP! ** Just Say No to Puppymills – Join YAP! Yorkshire Terrier Club of America – Breeder Referrals

07-24-2008, 07:05 PM	#4
tigerelsker Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Lackawanna, NY Posts: 164	My Augie is 7mos old today, and he just lost his last baby tooth. So none have to be pulled for him. His sister has 2 canines left. Now my 5yr old had 2 pulled when he was fixed. __________________ Zeus (Little Gentleman's Club) b: 12/29/02 -=- Dogster - 569597 Augie (Little Gentleman's Club) b: 12/24/07 -=- Dogster - 738346

07-24-2008, 07:07 PM	#5
andibaby Owned By Ace and Lizzie Donating Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: oklahoma Posts: 1,028	Thanks-that definately give some guidance ! __________________ Andrea-Momma to Ace Lizzie and baby Sid

07-25-2008, 03:34 PM	#7
tigerelsker Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Lackawanna, NY Posts: 164	yup, he got an extra goodie that night __________________ Zeus (Little Gentleman's Club) b: 12/29/02 -=- Dogster - 569597 Augie (Little Gentleman's Club) b: 12/24/07 -=- Dogster - 738346