Should I spay my female pig for her health? My vet won't do it.

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Should my pig be spayed. So many people say that she needs to be and others say she doesn't. My vet won't spay her. Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Female | unspayed | 8 months and 8 days old | 100 lbs

Karly Macon, DVM, MS, CVA Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist · Accepted Answer

yes, pot bellied pigs often get uterine tumors and they are also difficult to deal with when they go into heat. Find a vet who is willing to do this--I have spayed several and treat them just like a dog or a cat under anesthesia.

Should I spay my female pig for her health? My vet won't do it.

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