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Originally Posted by brunie's mom  What nonsense! 
Who the hell do you think impregnates the females??? It's male intact dogs.
Just because they do not have the puppies...it does not mean that male dog owners are not responsible. 
As far as the article goes...it does not cover all things about leaving a male dog intact. I can find 5 articles written by vets that will say that it is healthier for them to be neutered....we can find any article on the net to argue any fact.
In nature dogs were meant to be breeding, when we take away that act...we (meaning dog owners) also can create problems. Almost every week we have someone here posting with an intact, male dog 5 years old, or older having prostate problems. The prostate enlarges, and often gets infected and the dog has a hard time urinating, or is urinating with blood...this is caused by testosterone. The only cure is neutering.
Many people buy their dogs from COE breeders and must have the dog neutered by a certain age...that's part of the contract.
Unless you are showing or working, or the dog is being bred....most pet owners do not need to leave their dogs intact. I have a feeling it's a male thing ....the owner's have no problems having the female spayed....but OMG don't touch the boys. 
Gina |
Hi Gina thanks for your reply. You have helped me numerous times with answering questions regarding rocky. I just wanted to let you know I did not mean that having a male means you have no responsibility. Having any type of animal is accompanied with responsibilities. I think the neutering issue is a matter of opinion and can be turned into an argument pro and con with any viewpoint that we agree with. It is the same thing with almost any issue such as smoking in public places, or feeding a raw diet to your dog etc... I was just letting people know my beliefs and the information that I believe to be correct and posting a vets response for some validity. I think when it comes to neutering, you should read as much info as you can regarding the topic and make your own decision. This is the same as circumcision for your children, it depends on what you deem to be the correct practice according to your beliefs. This is a topic that people will never agree upon. Other than that, everyone have a great Easter weekend and keep up the great work of helping others.