Posted on: October 12, 2024 Posted by: Petsynse Comments: 0

He’s everything I would expect from a 5-year-old dog.

As for any negative effects. He has not displayed any. Except for more sniffing, being even more cuddly with us, friendly with other dogs and the rare attempt to “hump.”

It took about two months for him to recover from his lameness and injuries. I am thrilled to report he’s been running, hiking, and swimming as before his procedure and he is happy, and injury free.

Peter and his dog pax in the mountains


He continues to get .2mg/kg of testosterone cypionate subcutaneously (injection under the skin) weekly
and will get a new implant as required (every six or twelve months) depending on the potency of Suprelorin I decide on.

Challenges and Pitfalls: What’s Holding Back Change?

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No Time for Division

As with any landmark discovery, some people will recognize and feel comfortable with change. Others will need time. Instead of finger-pointing and dividing into separate camps, conventional spay and neuter vs. hormone-sparing, the official 2024 WSAVA guidelines clearly suggest we can have both.

A paradigm shift in dog population control is emerging, focusing on ovary-sparing spay and vasectomy procedures in shelters while allowing dogs with responsible owners to remain intact. This approach represents a more compassionate and nuanced strategy for managing dog populations.

According to reports from Parsemus.org, an organization that has participated in some of the main research, there is already an increased demand for veterinarians who do hormone-sparing procedures.

Market demand has always been the most powerful force for change, and I believe this is no different.

Conclusion: Rethinking Spay and Neuter for Your Dog’s Health and Longevity

As a responsible pet parent and dog lover, the choice of whether to neuter or spay your dog is among the most important decisions you’ll make. Thanks to the compelling body of scientific evidence available, it’s clear that the removal of your dog’s reproductive organs may lead to far-reaching health consequences, which I have summarized here.

I have no doubt that hormone-sparing procedures, or leaving your dog intact will have a profound positive impact on your dog’s health and longevity.

If you’re considering spaying or neutering your dog, now’s a good time to evaluate the alternatives. Consider the option that is most likely to provide your dog with the very best outcome, today and in the years to come— for their best life, and your peace of mind.

Solutions and Actionable Steps You Can Take

What next?

Millions of dogs suffer unnecessarily from life-altering health problems as a result of traditional spay and neuter practices. As a dog parent, you may have experienced some of these health issues yourself. Armed with information, you can make a difference, and relieve additional suffering.

To participate in this movement, and prevent more animals from falling into the outdated spay and neuter procedures, here’s how you can get involved:

  1. Support and promote more research through Parsemus.org and other research centers to conduct more studies.
  2. Financially support adequate education and training of veterinarians and veterinary students. Currently, Dr. Michelle Kutzler has been training veterinarians who are interested in the new methods.
  3. Create public awareness and work with rescue shelters and organizations in your area to transition to hormone-sparing sterilization procedures.

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    Interviews with Experts

    If you’re undecided about this topic, would like additional reassurance, or just want to deepen your knowledge, I have conducted interviews with many of the experts mentioned here, and my colleagues below:

    Dr. Karen Becker, an integrative veterinarian and New York Times bestseller author and the person who sounded the alarm more than a decade ago. Rodney Habib – a top animal health, nutrition and welfare advocate and New York Times bestseller author.


    Dr. Michele Kutzler, DVM, a board-certified reproduction specialist and professor at Oregon State University con, conducted some of the main research studies. 

    Dr. Linda Brent, the Executive Director of the Parsemus Foundation.


    Dr. Ruth Roberts, a veterinarian and advocate of HRT and hormone sparing sterilization and 
    Dr. Linda Brent, the Executive Director of the Parsemus Foundation.

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