Nancy, I never knew this either. Both my chis were under 6 pounds when they got spayed. They were both 6 months when they got spayed and they both now weigh about 6 pounds. They did ok, thank God, but the vet never said anything to me about this.
Evelyn ________________________________ From: Nancy Lucky <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Sat, November 27, 2010 9:32:36 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas] Spaying small dogs and brain damage from anesthesia Okay everyone I feel so stupid but I have never ever heard of small dogs getting brain damage from having anesthesia or that you should not spay a dog under 6 lbs. I have heard that if you don't spay them they can get uterine cancer and infections and all kinds of problems. I have had both my chi's spayed and neutered and it was all great. But now I have Maggie who I will have to decide on. So where do I find the facts on the brain damage information and the pros and cons.I have trusted and loved my Vet for the last 30 years but maybe I am blindsided. Confused and worried chi mommy - Nancy
