Posted by Kim on April 02, 2002 at 12:17:36:
In Reply to: Re: Can I effectively neuter my 9 month old male? posted by Summer on April 02, 2002 at 11:18:49:
: Hi:
: There is much debate among PD keepers about the spay/neuter issue. Anesthesia is a risk, some PD's have chewed their stitches to the point of death, and some have said that spaying/neutering does little if anything to control rut behavior. On the other hand, I have read that spaying/neutering can help to prevent certain diseases that PDs are at risk for.
: There are some good arguments on both sides of this issue, and in my opinion, it comes down to making a well-informed decision after considering all the pros/cons.
: In any event, should you choose to have your PD neutered, it would be best to try to find a veterinarian who is experienced with PDs, as they would need smaller equipment, different dosages of anesthesia, etc., than would a cat or a dog.
: Here are some links to get you started.
: http://www.rzu2u.com/pdneuter.htm
: PD tips for vets: http://www.rzu2u.com/pdvett~1.htm
: vets familiar with PDs:
: http://www.rzu2u.com/pdvetslist.htm
: It has been suggested to me that if I couldn't find an experienced PD vet in my area, that I could ask the local vet to consult with someone who does have the necessary experience and offer to pay for any phone calls, consultation fees, etc.
: Hope this helps,
: Summer
: : : Hiya, experts! Funny, I am a human gynecologist, yet I don't know whether I can benefit from neutering my adorable, healthy, 9 month old PD which I just obtained from a medical student. Please advise. Thanks, Peter G.
: : As long as you do it before or after season. Their season is from Oct. to March. So call a vet and find out if they have done prairies before and how experienced they are. They should be able to schedule it for you.
This is very true. I have heard both sides and after receiving a female who wasn't sprayed got my new baby girl done. But I have also had friends that after the surgery had bad problems and one resulted in death. There is a wrap that a vet can do to help prevent the ripping of stitches(that is if you can keep them from removing the wrap themselves). My vet did a great job and my pd was also great. She didn't rip out any stitches, but that's not always the case. The issue on getting this done is strictly an owners chose. I wouldn't say you have to but some do recommend it. I received a 5 yr. old that wasn't and during rut she was uncontrollable. She bit me so bad she clipped a nerve and I lost feeling in my arm for a week. But then again she has a new family that she's nevr bit at all, so we don't know if it was rut or she just didn't like the transfer to my home.
