| Do you plan on neutering/spaying your Doberman? What age are you planning on doing this? If you already did this, what age were they when you did this?
Depends on why I bought the dobe. Now i have only ONE spayed female she is spayed for medical reasons ONLY!. My Male is intact. and my two new female will also be intact. My male is awaiting his OFA to be done then we will make that ultimate decision. Otherwise, I havent and wont. there are pros and cons.
Do you think spaying/neutering at an early age impacts their growth due to missing hormonal changes? Slower to fully mature physically?
I dont think it impacts growth but i think that is impacts their behavior or can impact their behavior dramatically. Sometimes Id like to nueter my husband !!!
What gender benefits more, male or female?
Personally I like females as companions and Males as protectors. Depends on what I am looking for.
What are the Pros & Cons do you see for spaying/neutering?
Pros:
-Smaller chance of cancer
Cons:
- Can also increase other types of Cancers due to hormonal changes.
- Cant Show if the dog is show quality
Responsible owners wont allow an ACCIDENTAL LITTER and allow males to get to their females. |