Should I get my male Cocker Spaniel neutered?

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Hi everyone,

I have an 8-month-old Cocker Spaniel and I wanted to know if it's necessary to get him neutered. He's a male called Bill; he doesn't have any behavioural issues at the moment, but I'm thinking about it as a preventative measure.

Are there any downsides to neutering?

Does a neutered Cocker Spaniel end up looking unattractive?

Thanks

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    • Balista
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    It can affect the coat quality to some extent, yes. For a short-haired dog, the difference won't be obvious at all – it might even be invisible. For dogs with medium or long coats, you’ll probably notice it more, especially if you like your pup looking well-groomed and pampered. Then again, is it really that serious? It’s for the owner to decide (the dog won’t care either way!)...
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    Yes, the problem has been sorted with the help of a really good dog trainer.
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    Is it a cocker?

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    My dog is nearly 4. He was neutered at around 8 months old, just before I adopted him. He definitely hasn't lost his looks—far from it! For any dog, whether they’ve been neutered or not, a good diet and plenty of exercise are all it takes to stop them from piling on the pounds!

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    Flip-Cockwood
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    Pfft, yeah, it makes them look ugly too! Among other things!

    https://www.domainehaisha.com/cocker_old/textes/francais/sterilisation.html

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    Five days ago you were at your wits' end with your dog's behaviour – has that been sorted out? Neutering has its pros and cons, so it’s up to you to weigh them up.

    Apparently, a Cocker Spaniel's coat can change after they’ve been neutered, but I can’t say for sure.

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    If you've got any neutered cocker spaniels, could you send me some photos please?
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    I never said it would make him more obedient, thanks for your replies. But does getting him neutered make him look ugly? You can avoid diabetes with a suitable diet.
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    I think you’ve already had plenty of replies on your other posts...

    Neutering just helps stop a dog from wandering off if he scents a ***** in season and potentially prevents rivalries between males.

    But neutering will absolutely not make your dog more obedient..

    As for the downsides, neutering causes a hormonal imbalance, with the possibility of weight gain, conditions like diabetes, a duller coat... basically, it’s not a minor thing.

    Just to be clear, I’ve got nothing against neutering; I have two neutered males myself.

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