Tuesday Oct 08, 2024

Episode 40 - Should I Neuter My Male Dog?

In this episode, we’re tackling the behavioural side of neutering—no medical, no laws, just pure behavioural impact. You’ve probably heard that neutering solves aggression or other behaviour issues, but does it really?

We’ll be discussing:

What testosterone really does for your male dog’s behaviour, confidence, and focus

How neutering affects behaviour development

The real reasons behind common behaviour problems—and why training may be the key, not surgery

This is one you won’t want to miss if you’re considering neutering your dog or just want to understand how hormones impact your pup's behaviour!

Key References:

• Noble Canine Blog Post: De-sexing Dogs: A Deep Dive into the Behavioural and Developmental Impacts

• The Veterinary Journal Volume 197: Age, Sex, and Reproductive Status Affect Boldness in Dogs (2013)

• Tong et al. (2019): The Role of Testosterone in Behavioural Neuroscience

• McGreevy et al. (2018): Behavioural Differences Between Neutered and Intact Dogs

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Episode 40 - Should I Neuter My Male Dog?

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