We do not require spay/neuter until 1 year of age, but we recommend it at 6 months of age. When to spay or neuter your dog has become a controversial and sensitive subject. There are health problems associated with early spay and neuter, and there are also health problems with late spay and neuter. Small dog mature fast, and by 6 months many are done growing. Please consult your veterinarian about when is best for you.

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We recommend neutering your male dog as soon as he starts lifting his leg to pee, so he doesn’t start marking. We recommend spaying your female dog before her first heat cycle, which is generally at 8 months old. (Note, some dogs can go into heat as early as 4 months old!)

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We also recommend a doggie onesie instead of a cone, the name brand is Suitical but there are many cute alternatives. Watch your dog at first to make sure they can’t access the surgical site with the suit on – we have used them on all our dogs without an issue. You will want to trim your dog short before using it, as long hair will mat under it (and also will mat around the neck with a cone).