When faced with the difficult decision
to spay or neuter our pets,
it is easy to feel like we are spinning in circles...
It is very much like riding on a Merry-Go-Round.
Should we?
Shouldn't we?
The debate within your own household
can go around in circles for days.
I believe that the decision
to spay or neuter
is a personal decision.
99.9% of the families
that purchase my puppies
do spay or neuter.
I realize that you are intelligent adults.
The decision should be yours to make.
I also understand that there are those of you
who for religious or other personal reasons
do not wish to spay/neuter.
ALL buyers will be required to sign a contract
agreeing NOT TO BREED the puppy
I place with them.
Families who do agree to spay/neuter
always receive top consideration
when I process the applications.
Please understand that as a breeder,
I sincerely believe in spay/neuter
for puppies who are placed as companions.
It is not my intention to offend you.
I just prefer that my puppies be spay/neutered.
Because of that belief,
I place my puppies in homes
that agree to spay/neuter first.
If you have a personal aversion to the entire concept
and this issue goes against your personal beliefs....
You are welcome to email me and we can discuss it.
I would hope that
if the reason
is a "silly" one
as shown below,
that you will reconsider.
It is one of the best things
a responsible pet owner
can do for their companion.
In my experience,
some husbands seem to completely shutter
at the thought of having their male dog neutered
while their wives have no problem with it at all.
I can sympathize guys,
but it is really not as bad
as you might think....
Please don't take it so personally.
All buyers who state that they agree to spay/neuter
will be required to submit written proof
that the surgery has been completed
before the dog is eight months old.
If you state "YES"
to the spay/neuter question
on the application
that will indicate to me
that you agree to those terms.
I am currently in the process
of researching the practice
of early spay/neuter.
At some time in the future,
this may also be my practice.
For now, I prefer to wait & see the outcome
and health problems - if any-
that may result from early/spay neuter.
For now, it is a little too controversial for me.
TEN WORST EXCUSES
NOT TO SPAY OR NEUTER
YOUR DOG
1. Just one litter and then we'll have Molly spayed.
Studies show that virtually
the entire pet overpopulation problem
stems not from responsible breeders,
but from the "just one litter" mentality
of the general public.
2. My dog doesn't run loose, so he doesn't need to be fixed.
Come on....wanna buy a bridge in Brooklyn???
He's a DOG. Give him one opportunity & he's outta there.
All it takes is one female in heat down the street.
3. We always find homes for all the puppies.
And if you don't, you can drop them off at the shelter, right?
4. I want the children to witness the miracle of birth.
Rent a video.
5. My dog is just so cute and so unique
that there should be more just like her.
The shelters are full of cute and unique dogs,
most with only a few days to live.
6. It's not natural.
Natural for who???? I thought we were talking about the D-O-G.
7. I just couldn't face my dog if I had him castrated.
Watch it, you're anthropomorphizing (Look It Up)
8. A female dog should have at least
one litter for health reasons.
Medically, factually and ethically indefensible.
9. Neutering my dog will make him fat and lazy.
Too many goodies, a poor diet and not enough exercise
makes a dog fat and lazy.
It will also make you fat & lazy.
10. Fixing my pet will change his personality.
The primary influence on an animal's personality
is the kindness and care with which we raise it.
Now that we've settled that ~
Let's get serious for a minute....
TEN REASONS TO SPAY OR NEUTER YOUR DOG
1. Reduced risk of cancer.
Especially in female animals who are spayed before their first heat cycle,
there is a greatly reduced risk of different kinds of cancer,
including breast cancer.
2. Less likely to run away.
Fertile animals, especially males,
are much more prone to roaming,
while a spayed/neutered animal
is more content to stay home
and enjoy the company of its family.
3. Reduced risk of biting.
Surgical sterilization reduces all forms of aggressive behavior
in both male and female animals
and greatly reduces the risk that your pet
will bite you or someone else.
4. Less fighting with other animals.
Along with the reduced risk of biting,
a sterilized animal is much more likely
to live peacefully with other animals.
5. Increased life expectancy.
A number of studies have shown that sterilized animals
live longer than fertile animals,
and that they have fewer medical problems
of all kinds.
6. Less expensive to maintain.
In addition to requiring less veterinary care,
animals that have been spayed or neutered eat less than fertile ones.
Over the course of their lives, the reduced veterinary and food costs
will more than cover the costs of the surgery.
7. Reduced chances of marking or spraying.
Spayed or neutered animals are much less likely
to spray or mark inside your home
than are fertile dogs.
8. Less mounting or humping behavior.
Male dogs that are neutered are not as likely
to mount or hump the legs of your house guests.
9. Less risk of blood stains in your home.
During their regular cycle,
usually 2x per year,
fertile female animals
can discharge a fair amount of blood.
Having them spayed eliminates this concern.
10. Less likely to be given up.
According to a study conducted by the National Council on Pet Population,
a fertile animal is much more likely
to be abandoned, surrendered to a shelter or given away,
probably because a sterilized pet
is a happier and better adjusted animal.
In addition, spaying or neutering your animals
helps to eliminate pet overpopulation.
And never ever think accidents don't happen ~
That's why they call them "accidents"...
They are UNPLANNED...
So, now you have a little "food for thought".
I further suggest that you speak to your Veterinarian,
perform a search for spay/neuter
and do some research online,
consult other breeders & pet owners,
invest in a good book or two
and then you will be better equipped
to make an informed, well thought out decision.
If you need more information ~
Click on the link below.
It is very graphic but important information.
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of spaying or neutering your pet,
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