I don't think that it states that it's illegal in Europe, they just used an example of someone from Europe... I've NEVER EVER heard of it being illegal in Europe, but then again I could be wrong... anyone from Europe clear this up?
In either case I've been reading about the "optimal" age for awhile, and I honestly think it depends on how responsible the pet parents can be. Personally I have chosen that I will wait for my dog's to be physically mature before neutering or spaying them, unless for health reasons it needs to be done sooner (retained testicles, etc). This choice isn't for everyone, however, and definitely not for those who can't be responsible and watch their dogs adequately when they are outdoors or in heat.
Personally, Jamie is not spayed, but Charlie has been neutered since six months of age because he had both retained testicles. Jamie will be spayed this month, she already has her appointment made. There is a significant difference between Jamie and Charlie's physique, albeit one is male and one is female, there are still some differences that are regardless of gender. Jamie has much more muscle tone than Charlie, etc. But as I said this is a personal choice that I have made for myself and my dogs, and it is not hte choice for everyone. I fully push for speutering at any age.
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