About this episode
Text me your question or inquiry here! Hey friends! Between this week's topic and the drama with my chickens... we have lots to discuss. This week we're talking all about spaying and neutering your dog, from tiny puppies to giant breeds, and how making the right call can seriously impact your pet’s long-term health. Additionally, we’ll chat about breed-specific risks like mammary cancer, why I approach spay/neuter differently for every pet, and what to think about when it comes to cats, too. If you’ve ever wondered when the “right time” really is—or just want to feel more confident about the decision—this one’s for you. Do you have a question or inquiry for me? Send me a text from the link above, ask me on any social media platform, or email drmollysayspod@gmail.com! Episodes of The Dr. Molly Says Podcast are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube! Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/5d574928 TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kjd9d YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/mr3jradc TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 01:24 The Chicken Drama 06:49 Hot Take 10:39 When To Spay/Neuter Your Dog Or Cat 21:12 UC Davis Research On Spaying And Neutering 25:03 Small Breed Dogs vs Large Breed Dogs 32:33 Mammary Cancer 33:16 Breeds In The UC Davis Study 36:24 How I Approach Spaying/Neutering 41:53 Waiting To Spay 43:35 Ovary/Testicle Sparing 49:43 Outro