Ep. 23 - Should You Neuter Your Dog? What the New Evidence Says

In this episode of the DAFY Podcast, I sit down with Dr Lise Hansen to discuss one of the most controversial topics in modern dog health: neutering.For years, dog owners have been told that spaying and neutering is the responsible thing to do.But new research is now challenging many of the long-held beliefs around routine neutering.So… what does the latest evidence actually say?In this conversation, we break down:- Why the conversation around neutering is changing- What happens in the body after neutering- The role sex hormones play in long-term health- The link between neutering, cancer and joint disease- Chemical castration vs surgical neutering- Why some countries rarely neuter dogs at all- What dog owners should know before making this decision- What to do if your dog has already been neuteredThis episode isn’t about fear or judgement.It’s about helping dog owners understand the evidence, ask better questions and make more informed decisions for their dog.Guest: Dr Lise HansenBIO: Dr Lise Hansen is a small animal vet with more than 33 years of clinical experience.She is the author of *The Complete Book of Cat and Dog Health* and is passionate about preventative health, evidence-based care and helping dog owners better understand the long-term impact of everyday health decisions.Connect with Dr Lise:- Website: https://alternative-vet.co.uk/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alternativevet/- The Complete Book of Cat and Dog Health: https://amzn.eu/d/0anwVP9N🎧 New episodes out every 2 weeks - follow DAFY for expert and science-led dog health and nutrition advice.👩‍🔬 Want evidence-based and expert-led advice on dog health and nutrition?Join the DAFY community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/579588821545585Follow DAFY on:- Instagram: www.instagram.com/dafy_dogadviceforyou/- Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572353507238- TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@dafy_dogadviceforyou- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/dafy-dog-advice-for-you/#doghealth #dogneutering #spayingdogs #caninehealth #dogpodcast #dognutrition #holisticvet #integrativevet #dafypodcast