Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered
Can dogs get neutered without being adopted?
1 Answer
Published on August 13th, 2017
Many shelters do neuter dogs before placing them up for adoption. As long as they are old enough, usually 3-4 months old they can be neutered. Due to the cost some rescues and shelters don't do this until they are adopted. Check around your area and you may find ones up for adoption that are already neutered. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you get answers to your veterinary questions.
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