Hi, Michelle
My dog "two ago" was not neutered. He developed both prostate tumors and
testicular cancer. I believe he sufered. He only lived to be 10. I vowed then
that I would have my dogs neutered. I have never had a problem after that. Of
course, it could have been coincidence, but I will not take the chance.
Besides I am NOT a breeder and my boys are therapy dogs and one is also my
service dog. I based my decision on past experience. BUT I also respect yours!
Elizabeth
--- On Mon, 12/29/08, [email protected] <[email protected]> wrote:
> From: [email protected] <[email protected]>
> Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] neutering stud
> To: [email protected]
> Date: Monday, December 29, 2008, 5:54 PM
> Both of my boys are intact...they do not mark,? do not hump
> anyrthing except their "girl friends" (stuffed
> animals), do not get agressive, are obedient, do not wander
> and are happy and well behaved. That said they do have
> outlets. We do agility and get to run around in my office
> etc.
>
> Cornell University told me that if I did not find any
> unacceptable behaviors there were no health benefits to
> neutering. Females have the risk of breast cancer if left
> unspayed. They do risk testicular cancer but its not common
> and can be caught.
>
> My only worry is if I die someone could get them and be
> irresponsible. My family is instructed?to make sure they
> will be safe or neuter them should I pass.
>
> I had never heard of prostrate issues. But you can be sure
> I will ask when I return for their physicals to the Vetinary
> College. That sounded like it came from experience and I
> cannot remember who wrote that. If you read this please tell
> me more. Henry always needs his glands expressed and at that
> time the vet feels his prostrate.. I'll need to get the
> other one's checked too.
>
>
> best,
> michelle, henry and vinnie
>
> keeping warm in the beautiful Catskills
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