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What's the ideal age to neuter my male puppy for health and behavior?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 12 days old | 2.65 lbs

Hi! I'm looking for options to get my dog neutered.

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on December 21st, 2019

Hi! Woody is still quite young and it may be better to wait until he is fully developed, or even later if he has shown any signs of anxiety. If you have further, specific questions about him, please feel free to post again with more information

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