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yorkiekist · 12-23-2007, 10:02 PM

You got the best advice already. but it sounds like you want someone to validate your reasoning for wanting to breed him. Neutering doesnt cost very much but thats always a good excuse for not having him neutered. I think that you will find that your "pet" is not a pet anymore once he has been bred.

MyFairLacy · 12-23-2007, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by yorkiegirl_101

so i have heard all the reasons why i should not breed him. and i can't afford to neuter him and i really do not feel comfortable with having him put under during the sugery. any more advice would be appreciated!

You can't afford to neuter him? I'm sorry, but dogs can be VERY expensive to care for...if you don't have the money to neuter him, you shouldn't have bought him. What if an accident happens or he becomes really sick and needs vet care? You should always be prepared for basic veterinary costs - routine exams, vaccinations, and spay/neuter and preferably have money saved up in the case of emergencies/accidents/illness. Also, he's most likely going to have to have baby teeth pulled because most yorkies will retain baby teeth...he will have to be put under for this so you might at well neuter him anyway at the same time. If you don't pull the teeth, his bite can get messed up and food will get trapped in between the teeth, causing tarter build-up and infection. Dogs are expensive to own.

Neutering is a common procedure with very little chance of complications, especially if you do pre-op bloodwork. Having bloodwork done will make sure your dog doesn't have any underlying health problems that would make it unsafe to put him under. Most dogs do very well with being put under. Just make sure you have a vet familiar with toy breed dogs. Neutering is a non-invasive surgery...they heal very quickly. Most males are running around as soon as the grogginess wears off the next day.

By neutering him you can eliminate the risk of testicular cancer and other health problems like an enlarged prostate. Intact males also have a higher incidence of aggression and unwanted behaviors such as humping, marking, and escaping from the house/yard. They may fight with other dogs and can be quite a nuisance. He can smell a female in heat up to a mile away and may do all he can to escape to get to her. He could get hit by a car trying to get to her. He may stop eating and become restless when a female in heat is close by.

If you can't afford to neuter him, then you can't afford to show him and get the necessary health testing done before you stud him out. Without these two things, like Lorraine said, only backyard breeders are going to want to use him as a stud. Reputable breeders want to use the best of the best. I suggest you start saving up and have him neutered as soon as you are able too. Look for low-cost spay/neuter clinics in your area.

Judy in Waco · 12-23-2007, 10:12 PM

To help ease your concerns about neutering a little...here are some ideas.

Cost: Here in the US there are many places that offer very low cost neutering services. In my city, one clinic offers it for $35. If you call around you will probably find places that will offer such alternatives. You can start saving now to pay for the neutering. Many pet insurance programs offer a reduced price for neutering.

Anesthesia: We had our pup's neuter done at the same time he had to have some baby teeth removed. So, if you time it right, you can save him that additional surgery. Many small breed dogs are neutered all of the time with no side effects. The health benefits to neutering far outweigh the risks.

Benefits: There are many health benefits to neutering such as a lower risk for certain types of cancer and other issues. He won't run off and/or "lose his mind" when a female in your area is in heat. You won't have to worry about keeping him separated from other pets that are unaltered.

There are many, many other benefits as well. It's scary when our little ones have to go in for surgery. I understand that completely. Just don't let it interfere with doing what's best for him in the long run. Good luck with whatever choice you make.

By the way, Merry Christmas Eve!!

Judy in Waco · 12-23-2007, 10:19 PM

Ooops...looks like we were writing our posts at the same time.

Ellie May · 12-23-2007, 11:00 PM

You guys have got to be kidding me. Canadian Kennel Club?

I had no idea.

I love YT. You learn something new all the time.

If you can't afford to neuter him, how would you afford testing prior to breeding?

Around here a bile acid test is $77 alone. Xrays are $80 (and you will need to do the knees, hips and even shoulders). That is over $300 right there...

yorkiegirl_101 · 12-23-2007, 11:45 PM

Ok thanks for all of the advice i will start saving for his neutering

Ladymom · 12-24-2007, 04:42 AM

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Originally Posted by yorkiegirl_101

so i have heard all the reasons why i should not breed him. and i can't afford to neuter him and i really do not feel comfortable with having him put under during the sugery. any more advice would be appreciated!

Dogs are very expensive to own. There are always unexpected vet bills besides yearly exams and vaccinations. As they age, many will develop health issues that require medication and monitoring. Yorkies are prone to certain genetic problems like liver disease and luxating patellas that are expensive to treat.

This chart is in US dollars, but it gives you an idea of the cost of owning a dog:

http://www.peteducation.com/article....articleid=1543

If money is an issue, you can't afford not to neuter him. Unneutered dogs are much healthier:

Benefits of Neutering

No Testicular Tumors
Fewer Hernias
Fewer Perianal Tumors
Fewer Prostate Problems

http://www.peteducation.com/article....&articleid=911

Neutering also reduces the urge to roam. This makes it less likely that you will lose your pet, which in turn makes your pet less likely to contract a disease, get in a fight, get injured, or become a victim to cruelty, poison, or traffic and require veterinary care.

12-23-2007, 10:12 PM	#18
Judy in Waco Gizzy & Kandi spoil me Donating Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 8,477	To help ease your concerns about neutering a little...here are some ideas. Cost: Here in the US there are many places that offer very low cost neutering services. In my city, one clinic offers it for $35. If you call around you will probably find places that will offer such alternatives. You can start saving now to pay for the neutering. Many pet insurance programs offer a reduced price for neutering. Anesthesia: We had our pup's neuter done at the same time he had to have some baby teeth removed. So, if you time it right, you can save him that additional surgery. Many small breed dogs are neutered all of the time with no side effects. The health benefits to neutering far outweigh the risks. Benefits: There are many health benefits to neutering such as a lower risk for certain types of cancer and other issues. He won't run off and/or "lose his mind" when a female in your area is in heat. You won't have to worry about keeping him separated from other pets that are unaltered. There are many, many other benefits as well. It's scary when our little ones have to go in for surgery. I understand that completely. Just don't let it interfere with doing what's best for him in the long run. Good luck with whatever choice you make. By the way, Merry Christmas Eve!! __________________ 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)

12-23-2007, 10:19 PM	#19
Judy in Waco Gizzy & Kandi spoil me Donating Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Waco, Texas Posts: 8,477	Ooops...looks like we were writing our posts at the same time. __________________ 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)

12-23-2007, 11:00 PM	#20
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	You guys have got to be kidding me. Canadian Kennel Club? I had no idea. I love YT. You learn something new all the time. If you can't afford to neuter him, how would you afford testing prior to breeding? Around here a bile acid test is $77 alone. Xrays are $80 (and you will need to do the knees, hips and even shoulders). That is over $300 right there... __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

12-23-2007, 10:02 PM	#16
yorkiekist YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: HOT, HOT, HOT AZ Posts: 3,150	You got the best advice already. but it sounds like you want someone to validate your reasoning for wanting to breed him. Neutering doesnt cost very much but thats always a good excuse for not having him neutered. I think that you will find that your "pet" is not a pet anymore once he has been bred.

12-23-2007, 11:45 PM	#21
yorkiegirl_101 Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: British Columbia, Canada Posts: 39	Ok thanks for all of the advice i will start saving for his neutering