Should I get my dog desexed She is a female Shih Tzu 6 and half years old healthy but there any risk?

There are risks associated with any surgical procedure, including spaying (ovariohysterectomy) in female dogs. However, the risks of spaying are generally considered low, and the potential benefits of the procedure outweigh the risks for most female dogs.

Some potential risks of spaying include:

Bleeding

Infection

Anesthesia-related complications, such as heart attack or stroke

Urinary incontinence, although this risk is rare

In most cases, the risks of spaying can be minimized with proper preoperative care and postoperative monitoring. Your veterinarian will discuss the risks and benefits of spaying with you in more detail and will help you make the best decision for your dog.

Here are some potential benefits of spaying a female Shih Tzu:

Prevents unwanted pregnancies

Spaying your dog will eliminate the possibility of her becoming pregnant, which can help prevent unwanted litters of puppies and reduce the number of dogs in animal shelters.

Reduces the risk of certain health conditions

Spaying can help reduce the risk of certain health conditions, such as mammary cancer, uterine infections, and ovarian cancer.

Improves behavior

Spaying can sometimes improve behavior in female dogs, such as reducing aggression and wandering tendencies.

Makes caring for your dog easier

Spaying can make it easier to care for your dog by eliminating the need to worry about her heat cycles and associated bleeding and mess.

Overall, spaying is a safe and effective way to prevent unwanted pregnancies and reduce the risk of certain health conditions in female dogs. If you are considering getting your Shih Tzu desexed, talk to your veterinarian to learn more about the procedure and to make sure it is the right decision for your dog.