A more important lesson to teach your child would be responsible pet ownership and concern for life by explaining why their pet should not have babies. Personality changes that may result from neutering are for the better. Shelters try the best they can to place animals in loving homes, but the number of homeless animals far exceeds the number of available homes. This leaves many loving and healthy animals in our community who must be euthanized as the only humane solution to this tragic dilemma. Only spaying and neutering can end the overpopulation problem.
Neutered dogs are less likely to develop prostate problems and testicular tumors.
By eliminating most roaming and fighting, neutering reduces the risk of injury and infection, saving you expensive veterinary bills. Neutered dogs are more content and better behaved . Neutering reduces aggression against other animals. A male sensing a female in heat nearby may break down doors and jump fences, and will roam the neighborhood searching for her. Neutering relieves this sexual frustration and lets the dog relax and enjoy being part of the family.