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I know this topic has been talked about before, but I just had some specific questions that the other blogs didn't answer.
I want to spay my female, but I'm REALLY struggling with determining what age to spay her. The breeder, her trainer (who shows dogs), and a very knowledgeable family friend all told me that with females the longer you wait the better. They all want her to have her first heat before spaying. NOW, the vet of course does not agree with this and would happily spay her at 6 months and told me all the risks of cancer if she has her first heat...however, I'm planning to do agility with her so it's important she develops a healthy skeleton.
SO, when do I spay her...there seems to be evidence for both sides. Does anyone have any information or guidance? I'm specifically interested in spaying.
Thanks!
Melissa
I want to spay my female, but I'm REALLY struggling with determining what age to spay her. The breeder, her trainer (who shows dogs), and a very knowledgeable family friend all told me that with females the longer you wait the better. They all want her to have her first heat before spaying. NOW, the vet of course does not agree with this and would happily spay her at 6 months and told me all the risks of cancer if she has her first heat...however, I'm planning to do agility with her so it's important she develops a healthy skeleton.
SO, when do I spay her...there seems to be evidence for both sides. Does anyone have any information or guidance? I'm specifically interested in spaying.
Thanks!
Melissa