According to one long-term Cornell study, “puppies who underwent pediatric neutering before 5.5 months of age had an increased incidence of hip dysplasia.” Spaying any dog before 5.5 months can affect their growth and bone development, which is why vets recommend waiting for that six-month mark.
At what age should I get my cocker spaniel neutered?
Whilst recommendations vary, vets typically suggest that you should have your Cocker Spaniel spayed or neutered between the ages of four and nine months.
When to neuter a male Cocker Spaniel puppy?
Neutering My Male Cocker Spaniel Puppy. Hi Niadra, At six month of age, your male cocker spaniel is probably old enough to be neutered, although your vet is really the only person who can confirm and recommend this. Vets will usually only recommend neutering when the puppy is physically ‘mature’ enough and as dogs develop at different rates,…
What should I do if my Cocker Spaniel is spayed?
Spaying is when a female dog’s uterus and ovaries are removed. The procedure usually involves cutting a small incision in the abdomen. Neutering, therefore, is the surgical removal of a male dog’s testes (enough said…). When Should I Have My Cocker Spaniel Spayed or Neutered?
When does a cocker spaniel reach full grown?
A cocker spaniel reaches full-grown weight by the ages of 9 to 12 months. They reach a maximum weight by 24 months old and can maintain it throughout their lifetime if they exercise and feed well. A fully grown male Spaniel reaches a maximum weight of between 7 to 14 kg. Our weight chart will help you keep your puppy in the right weight.
Is it okay to have a cocker spaniel castrated?
If there isn’t, then the decision is entirely yours. If your dog is okay with other male dogs, ie he doesn’t behave aggressively towards them, and is generally a happy, friendly Cocker, there’s no real need. (NB: Having a dog castrated to remedy aggressive tendencies is not always successful.
Neutering My Male Cocker Spaniel Puppy. Hi Niadra, At six month of age, your male cocker spaniel is probably old enough to be neutered, although your vet is really the only person who can confirm and recommend this. Vets will usually only recommend neutering when the puppy is physically ‘mature’ enough and as dogs develop at different rates,…
Is it better to get a male or female cocker spaniel?
It’s possible that if you’re introducing a new Cocker Spaniel puppy to a home with an existing dog, getting one of the opposite gender might make for an easier integration. Physically of course females are slightly smaller. Let’s first dispel some myths. Male Spaniel dogs are not the only ones that ‘hump’ or mark territory.
Spaying is when a female dog’s uterus and ovaries are removed. The procedure usually involves cutting a small incision in the abdomen. Neutering, therefore, is the surgical removal of a male dog’s testes (enough said…). When Should I Have My Cocker Spaniel Spayed or Neutered?
What are the signs of a mature Cocker Spaniel?
Signs that he may be mature enough are, for example, cocking a leg to pee (rather than doing a ‘girlie’ pee) and his testicles need to have dropped. Like I said, your vet will advise you on this.
