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When is the best time to spay my puppy and avoid complications?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 6 months and 11 days old

What is the best moment or time to have my puppy Lido spayed?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 12th, 2018

Lido is a little over 6 onths old now which is the perfect time to have her spayed provided she is not in heat. Make an appointment soon. If she happens to be in heat it is better to wait for 2 months until she is out of heat as a spay during heat is more risky due to possible excessive bleeding.

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