Pomeranian (detailed introduction)

        Many owners oscillate over whether to neuter their dogs. On one hand, they feel a neutered dog is not a complete dog anymore; on the other hand, no matter how small the surgery is, it is still an operation, and owners really don’t want their dog’s body to be cut. Experts say that if you have no intention for your Pomeranian to reproduce, you might consider neutering. The surgery brings quite a few benefits to the dog.

        1. Prevent certain diseases

        Pyometra, mammary tumors, ovarian cysts, enlarged prostate, testicular cancer, and other diseases may occur in unneutered dogs. Once these diseases develop, dogs suffer greatly. For example, pyometra is common and severe in unneutered female dogs, which can lead to sudden death. To avoid these diseases, owners need to neuter their dogs as early as possible.

        2. Improve the dog’s quality of life

        Heat cycles are actually a source of great distress for dogs; they become lethargic and lose appetite, eating very little. Owners feel saddened watching their dogs suffer. However, neutered dogs no longer have to be "troubled by emotions," and every day is spent happily eating, drinking, and playing with their owners, greatly enhancing their quality of life!

        3. Reduce the dog’s nuisance to the owner

        Dogs in heat may urinate anywhere and exhibit unstable emotions, leaving owners to calm them while enduring these behaviors, which can be very frustrating. When owners consult veterinarians, they are usually advised that neutering is the best solution. Additionally, many dogs become gentler after neutering, making training easier for owners.

        4. Extend lifespan

        Dogs that have undergone neutering surgery live on average 2-3 years longer than those that have not.