How can I prevent dog pregnancy without surgery or neutering?

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Hi, I'm writing to you from Iran. I have two chihuahuas-one male 9 months and one female 5yrs old. I don't want my female dog to get pregnant but feel extremely guilty about getting them neutered. I don't know what to do. I take them to the Vet regularly but can't seem to tust their knowledge as owning dogs in Iran in somewhat of a "new thing". I just want to make sure if there are any other options. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) | Female | unspayed | 5 years and 4 months old

Daniel Fonza, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your concerns. In regards to spaying, these procedures are not only done to prevent them from having puppies but also for prevention of conditions that would potentially put their life at risk. With females, the risk of mammary cancer and uterine cancer greatly increases. Also, females can develop a potentially life threatening condition known as pyometra which usually needs to be addressed with emergency surgery. In male dogs, prostate and testicular problems are greatly reduced with neutering. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.

How can I prevent dog pregnancy without surgery or neutering?

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