Can I just give my a dog a vasectomy instead of castrating him?
A vasectomy, although it makes your dog incapable of breeding, does nothing to diminish his sexual drive. He will still roam, still fight with other dogs and still tend to be aggressive. By castrating, you reduce the hormones that are causing the undesirable behaviors. MEDICAL QUESTIONS My dog was accidentally hit by a car but appears fine. What should I do? Many times dogs hide a concussion which can be life threatening if not treated immediately. Also, dogs and cats can suffer from a condition called “traumatic lung syndrome” , a condition in which the lungs can become full of fluid after a sudden blow. It is best to contact a veterinarian anytime your pet has been in an accident with a car. My cat is going to his litter box a lot and seems uncomfortable. What does that mean? Cats are very prone to a condition called “feline lower urinary syndrome”. Basically, it is a urinary bladder infection which can lead to urinary tract obstruction in male cats. This is a serious condition and y