How old do Dachshunds have to be to get ivdh?

For both genders, this study demonstrated significantly increased risk of IVDH in early-neutered dachshunds (before 12 months old) as compared with those neutered late (after 12 months old). For early neutered males, risk ratio was 1.54 (95% CI 1.07–2.22). For early-neutered females, risk ratio was 2.12 (95% CI 1.44–3.11).

Can a dachshund be neutered in the UK?

Neutering (spaying of females and castration of males) is a well-accepted procedure in the UK. The present study is believed to be the first large-scale investigation of the association between neutering and IVDH in dachshunds. It used information from questionnaires completed by the owners of 1964 dachshunds.

How can you tell if your dachshund has IVDD?

Owning a Dachshund is kind of like roulette in that regard because 1 in 4 Dachshunds are affected by some kind of spinal injury at some point in their lives. You won’t know if your Dachshund has IVDD unless they have a back injury. A veterinarian can’t detect it until then.

Which is the best place to adopt a dachshund?

Remember, new puppies will require more Training and Attention than a dog that is a little older. Home is Where The Dachshund is… Encourage your friends and family to adopt a dachshund from a shelter or rescue. Washington Dachshund Rescue Me!

Who is at higher risk for ivdh in neutered dogs?

Neutered females were at significantly higher risk of IVDH than entire females (risk ratio 1.81, 95% CI 1.28–2.54). For males, incidence of IVDH in neutered as compared with entire dachshunds was increased but this difference was not quite statistically significant (risk ratio 1.38, 95% CI 0.96–1.99).