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Neutering Older Males

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Hi
I've recently homed a 4 and a 1/2 yr old netherland dwarf, I'd really like to get him a female companion but obviously he would need to be neutered. I'm just a bit worried that maybe his age would leave him more vulnerable to potenial risks? He has been under anaesthetic twice before, once recently, and has coped well and is of good health. Do you think the pros of company outweigh the potential risks of surgey? I just don't want to do the wrong thing.
Lisa x
 
If he's in good health he should be fine, it's not a major deal for males. Talk to your vet about it :)
 
Squidgy nethie was neuterd when he was about 5 and was fine. He was in good health beforehand.
 
arhtu was neuterd age 3years. and i will be getting coco done age 6years in the new year. if in good health and a good vet there should be no issues it isnt as big an operation as it is for girlies... even then i have had a 9yr old speyed too x
 
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