When is the best time to spay my dachshund and how to prepare?

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My dachshund is almost 4 months old. She is not spayed yet, but I am planning on getting her spayed. One low income clinic said she could be spayed before 6 months, but a vet told me not to until at least 6 months. What is the best route? And what should I prepare for before and after her spay? Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund | Female | unspayed | 3 months and 25 days old | 10 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I would wait at least until 6 months. There is a new school of thought to allow dogs to reach skeletal maturity before spaying them. So for a Dachshund that could be 10 months. She may have a heat cycle if you wait until 10 months which isn't detrimental to Rosie bit owners usually don't enjoy it. If Rosie was a large breed dog at my hospital we recommend waiting until after 1 year of age. It is personal preference but my advice is to do it 6 months or later. I hope this helps and have a great day!

When is the best time to spay my dachshund and how to prepare?

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