I am having trouble deciding when to spay Nova. I have heard from numerous dog "experts" to wait until they go through their first heat, as estrogen is what strengthens the muscles to help with incontinence later in life. But, ever since agility class I have been worried about waiting through her first heat. You see, there was an Australian Shepherd in the class who was semi-aggressive. The man told me that she used to be just as submissive as Nova, and then once she went through heat (she wasn't IN heat, but had been through it) she completely changed. I am soooo worried that Nova's temperment will change. She is absolutely the perfect dog in my eyes and if she ever becomes aggressive just because I had her go through heat I'll be extremely upset. I'd rather put her on Proin (incontinence drops) later in life than have my baby change.
I'm just so confused! Any input would be appreciated.
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