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nesha · 07-13-2009, 02:22 AM

ok so i have been thinking a lot about getting denzel neutered. but however im scared becuase i have heard of a lot of places not performing the procedure correctly and their pet end up getting FAT. none in particular in my area just have heard of it. denzel vet has been pushing the issue since the first time i took my baby to the doctor at 8wks. so i guess im writing to hear from you guys as to if it was successful and should i go through with the procedure. then the other issue is if i go through the procedure should i get him micro chipped? please could you guys give me sum feed back before i make this decision thank you guys.

Mom to Hot Rod · 07-13-2009, 03:26 AM

Hot Rod was neutered at 6 1/2 mos old. He does not mark inside at all. He will be 2 the end of August. He weighs a whopping 4.1 lbs. He's gotten up to 4.3 lbs and was a little round and asked the vet was he overweight and she said that he could probably an ounce or 2. This was wintertime when we weren't walking as much. We generally walk about 1 1/2 miles total for the day plus he and Maggie May run around playing. So as for being overweight, I guess it is also how and what you feed him and what kinds of activities you'll be having him involved in.

Hot Rod came microchipped when we got him. I feel better that he does have it. Good luck with what you decided to do.
For me, I felt having him neutered was the responsible thing to do.

BLowry · 07-13-2009, 03:28 AM

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Originally Posted by nesha

ok so i have been thinking a lot about getting denzel neutered. but however im scared becuase i have heard of a lot of places not performing the procedure correctly and their pet end up getting FAT. none in particular in my area just have heard of it. denzel vet has been pushing the issue since the first time i took my baby to the doctor at 8wks. so i guess im writing to hear from you guys as to if it was successful and should i go through with the procedure. then the other issue is if i go through the procedure should i get him micro chipped? please could you guys give me sum feed back before i make this decision thank you guys.

I had A LOT of anxiety when I had the girls done....I had them both done at the same time

!! VERY stressful for me! I had them done in January of this year. I brought them for their yearly checks and they each gained 1/2 lb. My vet told me this is normal when they are spayed...(my girls gain about this much every winter for the lack of going out) He told me to cut done the treats and make sure they get plenty of exercise. I wouldn't worry about the weight gain..Having him neutered is more important and better for his health.
I would have blood work done on him before you have him neutered to make sure all is ok...I would also ask what kind of anesthesia they use..Sevoflourine is the best....very gentle...as soon as they are out of surgery and oxygen is given they wake up...They are still a little groggy when they come home but, not as bad. I have also heard alot of vets use Isoflourine and have heard this is a good one as well.

As for micro chipping....There are alot of members here that have their furpups micro chipped...I am not one of them. I have heard good and I have heard bad...this is a decision you will have to make on your own. If you allow you little one to go out unleashed or you live in an area where yorkies are being taken then I would say yes...have it done....JMO...

Good Luck with your decisions

bildio · 07-13-2009, 03:29 AM

Definitely get the microchip.

You have to decide why you want to neuter Denzel. The main reason is birth control, but is this a concern for you, i.e., will he be running loose, having opportunities with females, etc.

http://www.showdogsupersite.com/kenl...ionindogs.html

& there are other articles with similar content.

ChantalB · 07-13-2009, 04:07 AM

I always Microchip all my puppies. I think it is a must with all those pet thief....

Teddy just got his operation and he is doing great.

When scheduling a procedure with your vet make sure you ask for isoflorine gas. Its a gas that can be better controlled during surgery. Many vets use a injection instead and a lot of yorkies will go down for the surgery and never ever wake up.. So very very sad.. Ask for gas...

BaileyGates · 07-13-2009, 05:05 AM

My little man has been neutered also at 6 1/2 months and was micro chipped at the same time. i felt like it was the best thing to do and he has been fine with having them both done at the same time. Good luck with what ever u decide

xxx

nesha · 07-13-2009, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by bildio

Definitely get the microchip.

You have to decide why you want to neuter Denzel. The main reason is birth control, but is this a concern for you, i.e., will he be running loose, having opportunities with females, etc.

http://www.showdogsupersite.com/kenl...ionindogs.html

& there are other articles with similar content.

well denzel and i live in a apartment and the only time when he is loose is running around the house from my room to his and all around the house. when he go for walks he's on his harness. i am going to call the vet and ask him what anesthia he uses. i didnt know it was a difference

Diego · 07-13-2009, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by nesha

ok so i have been thinking a lot about getting denzel neutered. but however im scared becuase i have heard of a lot of places not performing the procedure correctly and their pet end up getting FAT. none in particular in my area just have heard of it. denzel vet has been pushing the issue since the first time i took my baby to the doctor at 8wks. so i guess im writing to hear from you guys as to if it was successful and should i go through with the procedure. then the other issue is if i go through the procedure should i get him micro chipped? please could you guys give me sum feed back before i make this decision thank you guys.

Puppy don't get FAT by uncorrect procedures . They get fat because some owners give them junk food and not enough exercise .

Izzy Princess · 07-13-2009, 10:13 AM

Got Izzy at 20 weeks and next week she was spayed and microchipped with Home Again. We just got a new Biewer male, Cosmo, and he is 19 weeks and he already has an appointment with our vet on the 31st for neuter and microchipped - easier to do both at same time if you can. I say microchipping is one of the most important things you can do for your pets.

nesha · 07-13-2009, 08:07 PM

i guess i am leaning towards getting it done i kind of felt bad for the poor little guy. but id rather have him safe happy and healthy and being that it seems to be no big deal for spay/neuter, i feel much more at ease with my decision

capt_noonie · 07-13-2009, 08:19 PM

I have only seen cats get fat after neutering, and that was when it was done too late, after 8 months old. It happened to two of my childhood cats, they got to be almost 20 pounds! But another cat I had done at 4 months he stayed nice and lean.

Anyway, you should do it, it's better for them.

Mardelin · 07-13-2009, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by nesha

ok so i have been thinking a lot about getting denzel neutered. but however im scared becuase i have heard of a lot of places not performing the procedure correctly and their pet end up getting FAT. none in particular in my area just have heard of it. denzel vet has been pushing the issue since the first time i took my baby to the doctor at 8wks. so i guess im writing to hear from you guys as to if it was successful and should i go through with the procedure. then the other issue is if i go through the procedure should i get him micro chipped? please could you guys give me sum feed back before i make this decision thank you guys.

Microchipping is a requirement in Los Angeles County.

If your boy is active I wouldn't worry about the weight gaining. The health risk for not nuetering out weigh the risk of his gaining weight.

Wylie's Mom · 07-14-2009, 07:36 AM

I have both my guys microchipped and I do believe in it. Both of them are neutered too.

I wouldn't worry too much about weight. Dogs gain too much weight from improper feeding or disease/imbalance.

The most important thing is to choose the right vet. If you look in The YT Library - there are threads there about Anesthesia Protocol (very important for small dogs!) and How to Choose a Vet. Might be helpful for you.

07-13-2009, 02:22 AM	#1
nesha BANNED FOR NOT SENDING A GIFT EXCHANGE GIFT! Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: hawthorne, ca Posts: 346 Blog Entries: 2	neutered micro chipped somebody HELP ME PLEASE ok so i have been thinking a lot about getting denzel neutered. but however im scared becuase i have heard of a lot of places not performing the procedure correctly and their pet end up getting FAT. none in particular in my area just have heard of it. denzel vet has been pushing the issue since the first time i took my baby to the doctor at 8wks. so i guess im writing to hear from you guys as to if it was successful and should i go through with the procedure. then the other issue is if i go through the procedure should i get him micro chipped? please could you guys give me sum feed back before i make this decision thank you guys.

07-13-2009, 03:26 AM	#2
Mom to Hot Rod Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: MD Posts: 10,908	Hot Rod was neutered at 6 1/2 mos old. He does not mark inside at all. He will be 2 the end of August. He weighs a whopping 4.1 lbs. He's gotten up to 4.3 lbs and was a little round and asked the vet was he overweight and she said that he could probably an ounce or 2. This was wintertime when we weren't walking as much. We generally walk about 1 1/2 miles total for the day plus he and Maggie May run around playing. So as for being overweight, I guess it is also how and what you feed him and what kinds of activities you'll be having him involved in. Hot Rod came microchipped when we got him. I feel better that he does have it. Good luck with what you decided to do. For me, I felt having him neutered was the responsible thing to do. __________________ www.kissecollar.com Soft Cone Collars for Post-surgery and much more! 10% (non-food) - Discount code YT10

07-13-2009, 03:29 AM	#4
bildio Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Havre de Grace, MD Posts: 1,536	Definitely get the microchip. You have to decide why you want to neuter Denzel. The main reason is birth control, but is this a concern for you, i.e., will he be running loose, having opportunities with females, etc. http://www.showdogsupersite.com/kenl...ionindogs.html & there are other articles with similar content. __________________ *Niko (3 yrs) Gus (5 yrs)* *Squirt (17 yrs - RIP)*

07-13-2009, 05:05 AM	#6
BaileyGates Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Usa Posts: 220	My little man has been neutered also at 6 1/2 months and was micro chipped at the same time. i felt like it was the best thing to do and he has been fine with having them both done at the same time. Good luck with what ever u decide xxx __________________ Tasha and Bailey

07-13-2009, 10:13 AM	#9
Izzy Princess Therapy Dog Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 5,635 Blog Entries: 1	Got Izzy at 20 weeks and next week she was spayed and microchipped with Home Again. We just got a new Biewer male, Cosmo, and he is 19 weeks and he already has an appointment with our vet on the 31st for neuter and microchipped - easier to do both at same time if you can. I say microchipping is one of the most important things you can do for your pets. __________________ Cynd, Izzy (Yorkie) & Cosmo (Biewer)(Secwetary & Charter Membwer of the Dirty FurKids Cwub)-Jusz say NO ta bein' cwean!)proud member of the *CrAzYcLu*B! ~The PINK club~SRC

07-13-2009, 04:07 AM	#5
ChantalB Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 2,042	I always Microchip all my puppies. I think it is a must with all those pet thief.... Teddy just got his operation and he is doing great. When scheduling a procedure with your vet make sure you ask for isoflorine gas. Its a gas that can be better controlled during surgery. Many vets use a injection instead and a lot of yorkies will go down for the surgery and never ever wake up.. So very very sad.. Ask for gas...

07-13-2009, 08:07 PM	#10
nesha BANNED FOR NOT SENDING A GIFT EXCHANGE GIFT! Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: hawthorne, ca Posts: 346 Blog Entries: 2	i guess i am leaning towards getting it done i kind of felt bad for the poor little guy. but id rather have him safe happy and healthy and being that it seems to be no big deal for spay/neuter, i feel much more at ease with my decision

07-13-2009, 08:19 PM	#11
capt_noonie www.yorkierescue.com Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Las Vegas & Orange County Posts: 17,408	I have only seen cats get fat after neutering, and that was when it was done too late, after 8 months old. It happened to two of my childhood cats, they got to be almost 20 pounds! But another cat I had done at 4 months he stayed nice and lean. Anyway, you should do it, it's better for them. __________________ The T.U.B. Pack! Toto, Uni, & Bindi RIP Lord Scrappington Montgomery McLimpybottom aka El Lenguo the Handicapped Ninja 10-12-12

07-14-2009, 07:36 AM	#13
Wylie's Mom Furbutts = LOVE Donating Member Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 35,889 Blog Entries: 2	I have both my guys microchipped and I do believe in it. Both of them are neutered too. I wouldn't worry too much about weight. Dogs gain too much weight from improper feeding or disease/imbalance. The most important thing is to choose the right vet. If you look in The YT Library - there are threads there about Anesthesia Protocol (very important for small dogs!) and How to Choose a Vet. Might be helpful for you. __________________ ~ A friend told me I was delusional. I nearly fell off my unicorn. ~ °¨¨¨°ºOº°¨¨¨° Ann \| Pfeiffer \| Marcel Verdel Purcell \| Wylie \| Artie °¨¨¨°ºOº°¨¨¨°