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 Posted by:  Kay Hirai
Category:   Medical
Posted on:  December 30, 2001 at 02:34:41

Question:

Hello again! My female JRT, Yumi is now 4 months old and adjusting very well in her new home. She is a beautiful JRT .... all white except for one black ear. I bought her from a reputable breeder. As she is approaching the age where we will have to take her to get spaded, I am having mixed emotions about it. It is not that I want to breed her but I feel guilty because she is such a perfect dog as her temperament goes and also meets the JRT standard. I also feel like I am robbing her of her natural instinct (and right) to breed off springs. Is this a natural feeling that many owners (of female dogs) have?? I know that it is necessary to do...I just wish I felt better about going through with this operation for Yumi and subjecting her to pain. Can you offer some insight and encouragement?
Also, should I register Yumi? What is the benefit of registering her if I do not plan to breed her?
Thank you so much for your support for all of us who are first time owners.