Pros and Cons of Surgical Sterilization

Question 1

When we neuter we take away the hormones that are responsible for blocking:

Answer 1

LH

Question 2

(T/F) LH levels are 30x that of intact animals

Answer 2

True

Question 3

(T/F) There is current scientific evidence published that early spay of female dogs has a direct effect on cranial cruciate ligament injury in all dogs

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Which of the following are documented benefits of traditional OVH or OV procedures in female dogs?

Answer 4

• Reduced incidence of ovarian neoplasia
• Population control
• No heat cycles
• Reduce risk of mammary gland tumors

Question 5

What are the potential published complications of traditional OVH or OV procedures in female dogs less than 1 year of age?

Answer 5

• Behavioral changes - increased fear and aggression
• Weight gain
• Delayed growth plate closure
• Increased risk of urinary incontinence in dogs over 25 kg