Originally Posted by
cnowers
Many thanks for your comprehensive reply, I will read the materials you sent.
I had a Siberian Husky, Tangiere, who lived to be almost 16 1/2 years old. I had her spayed right after her first heat per my Vet and after deciding if she had puppies I would never get rid of any of them.
With my new puppy, Bailey, my Vet now advises that they need to be spayed prior to the first heat due to all sorts of health issues including a longer life span. I wish I could remember the other benefits. I have been going to him for 25 years and have always trusted him. However, 16 1/2 years for a Husky says alot, too.
Personally, I think think spaying under 4 months is just too early. Bailey was spayed a week before 5 mos old.
Good luck!