DOG FAQ - Should I spay or neuter my bulldog?

The only reason not to spay or neuter your Bulldog is if you will be breeding. If your not planning to breed your bulldog (and most people should not breed their bulldogs), you should have your dog spayed or neutered. It's healthier for the dog in the long run and you won't have any "surprises" if your dog should get "involved" with the wrong crowd.

It is suggest that females be spayed at six month of age. Unspayed females run the risk of mammary and ovarian cancer. To lower the chances of mammary cancer the female should be spayed before her first heat cycle.

Males should be neutered around 6 months of age. Unneutered males run the risk of testicular cancer, perianal tumors, or perineal fistulas.

Some people believe a dog will gain weight after being spayed or neutered. This is a myth! Although the dog may become less active (resulting in weight gain) the process of spaying or neutering a dog will not result in weight gain. If you see abnormal weight gain in your Bulldog you should monitor it's food intake, cut back where needed, and exercise the dog more.

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