Neutering an adult

Ever since my neighbor got his dog 1year+ ago, I've been telling him to get the dog neutered but he never has.

Now that the dog is almost 18 months he thinks that it's not worth to get him neutered now since he's an adult.

I was telling him that it's better to get the dog neutered when he's around 6 months old, but that it's never too late.

My question is: Would it really change something if the dog gets neutered now or never??

I swear if I would have the money or if I would see that this guy wasn't spending his money drinking everyday, I would pay to get him neutered and vet check (the dog never went to the vet, EVER!)

Thanks!!

Sigh...I could never figure out the mentality that says, "I'll get a dog and then not take care of it." No vet trips... :sad:

There are a number of reasons to get the dog neutered. One is that then this guy won't be slapped with vet bills when some other neighbor's dog has an accidental litter. Tell him puppy care can run into hundreds of dollars (make up a big figure--if something goes wrong, the bills can really mount up).

There's also the health of his dog to consider (though he doesn't seem to want to consider it). One big problem that occurs in unneutered dogs is prostate problems. It can be very painful--do you think that he cares at all about how this dog feels? If he doesn't take him for checkups, maybe he doesn't care? Neutering also removes the problem of testicular cancer.

And then there's the possibility that as this dog matures sexually, a tendency for aggression may arise. Neutering will not necessarily cure aggression, but it sure will help prevent it if done before the aggression surfaces and becomes 'habit'.

We've had dogs neutered as adults and the recovery is actually easier than it is for some pups--the dog tends to be a little less crazy-active and easier to keep quiet after the surgery, which helps the healing.

Such a difficult thing to watch, Vick12 :grouphug: At least you care about the dog...doesn't sound like his owner does much. :sad:

Thanks for the reply......everything makes sense but I know that his guy truly doesn't care.....

The dog has been living at my house since February because the guy and his father don't get along so he asked us if we could take the dog in until he finds a house....

I'm the one who feeds his dog and takes care of him. He hardly comes around. He doesn't even pay for the food. He paid once and it was
"No Name brand" ummm no thanks!!

Anyways, he told me this week that he found a house and the dog will be going back with him sometime this summer.....In a way i'm sad in a way i'm not. This dog is very hyper, doesn't listen and annoys my dogs!

I was thinking that all those problems was probably because he's not neutered.....hyperness, marking, constant jumping around.....

This is why I'm not commiting to training this dog because what's the point?? when he comes and gets him back the training will be out to window!!

Thanks for listening

:grouphug: I hope this guy eventually comes to his senses... Thank you for caring about that poor dog, even if he is being difficult while he stays with you. Considering that the guy doesn't even pay for food, I'm sort of surprised he wants the dog back when he moves...

A lot of the problems you mention might just be due to the dog's age--18 months is well within the "teenage" years, so to speak :D Neutering could well calm him down but even neutered dogs go through 'difficult' phases. Training would help, but if the guy isn't interested, you're right: any training you give the dog would be out the window once he was back with his owner. :shrug:

Still, if you set up a training regimen with him, at least till he goes home, it might make your life easier. Our dogs (we have 6) look forward to their training sessions as a source of entertainment. The trick is to make it fun for the dogs. And even just a short session a couple of times a week really makes a difference in how responsive they are to me the rest of the week. Something to consider, anyway. :o

This is why I'm not commiting to training this dog because what's the point??

I agree w/ hazel... the point is to make your time w/ this dog easier for both you AND the dog. Dogs enjoy training. it gives them something to do, a job of sorts. If for no other reason, do it just for some fun w/ the dog.

and btw, I believe in neutering at ANY age, provided it's not too risky (as in very old dogs).

and btw, I believe in neutering at ANY age, provided it's not too risky (as in very old dogs).

I agree. It is almost never too late to neuter. And early adulthood/late puppyhood is a great time to get it done:thumbs up

Thanks for your good heart. It must be very frustrating to realize that your hands are tied and the dog must suffer as a result.
If this guy is a friend, is there any chance of you saying to him (choosing the right moment, of course), you know I've gotten really fond of your dog, why don't you leave him here. He gets along with my dogs and really enjoys their company :p . You're welcome to visit him anytime (knowing he won't).
Obviously the bond isn't that strong or the guy would be there more often, and even come up with a few bucks for food.
If you think you can get away with it, I'd have him sign the dog over to you (no idea how this is done for it to be legal). But if it is a deal breaker, don't insist and hope he goes away happy (forever) that he did the right thing.
Is there anything of yours he covets? Give it to him.
IMO this is the only way the dog gets his due. You could put him through basic training, get him neutered and find him a good home, if it wasn't possible to keep him.
Of course, after all this, your wanker friend might just go out and get himself another dog :sad:

:grouphug: :sad:

Neutering at any age definitely helps with some behaviors related to reproductive drive... I will never have an unneutered male, I can promise you that. ;)