Deciding when to spay or neuter your puppy is an important health milestone. Recent veterinary studies show that an adult dog's size should guide the timing of the decision:
Highlights from Recent Research:
- Dogs Under 44 lbs (20 kg): Show no significant increase in joint disorders when neutered early.
- Dogs Over 44 lbs (20 kg): Experience up to a 20% increased risk of painful joint disorders (such as hip dysplasia and CCL tears) if neutered prior to physical maturity.
Waiting until medium and large dogs reach physical maturity allows their growth plates to close naturally under the influence of adult hormones, protecting long-term joint health.
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