Ask A Vet Ep. 6: When Should I Spay or Neuter My Bird Dog?

You asked and we answered. In partnership with Purina ProPlan, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are excited to launch a new 12-part Ask a Vet series in which Purina’s experts weigh in on crowdsourced questions we’ve received from avid bird dog owners from across the country.
Follow along as Purina's experts Dr. Seth Bynum and Dr. RuthAnn Lobos unpack: When Should I Spay or Neuter My Bird Dog?
And make sure to read the comprehensive accompanying blog here: bit.ly/AskVetEp6

[@peteboll5034]

There's a lot of thought, backed by evolving research, in Europe to the effect "puppy spaying/neutering" is a major contributing factor to the exponential increase in "canine ACL" injuries. Weve been holding off, for at least 5 years, to see if it helps.

[@doubled3983]

Hello from Oklahoma! I don't think its fair to casturate or spay a hunting dog. They just don't perform.

[@ndpike13]

Says who?

[@JLC87420]

😂😂😂 incorrect

[@davudmuhic5807]

Can you explain? I have a hunting dog for boar and deer he is 5 years old and he has prostate problems and vet told us that neutering will help him with that but I’m hesitant because I’m afraid he would loose his hunting spirit and enthusiasm…