Latest research on neutering?

[Julie Steinbrenner]

Hi!

Is anyone aware of new research on the health effects of neutering? I have read the one from UC Davis on Golden Retrievers, but is anyone aware of a similar study on IS?
I have a 12-month-old intact male and are reluctant to neuter. However, we have no fence in our yard and although he is usually leashed (and always supervised), we worry about the potential of him smelling an in-heat female and taking off.

[Carole Iverson]

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