Ok, my Shih Tzu is 4 years old. I never intended to use him for breeding or anything, but somehow did not get around to having him castrated.

Every time I go to the vet I get lectured about it and I was going to book him in for the procedure next month. However, can anyone tell me what the actual purpose of having this operation done is??

He is not aggressive, does not run off, does not hump things, and does not need to be calmed down. He very occasionally umm...exposes himself, but I am told that castration will not stop this? And even so, seems a bit harsh when all you have to do is ignore him until it goes away!

Thanks

You have no problems with your boy. Why put him through this trauma for no reason other than to line the vets pocket.

I agree with Rona

This is my feeling also...but they keep going on about how if he gets testicular cancer it's very hard to treat etc. and basically scaring me. But I just feel so bad for doing it to him.

Hmm.

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There are advantages and disadvantages to neutering. Even with neutering animals can get cancer. Here's a link to show you the pros and cons:

Neutering - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Thanks for that will take a look!

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Your'e welcome and dont allow the vets to pressure you.

The trouble is it also increases the risk of some cancers

Exactly...that's why i gave the link to show that they can still get cancer...and should not be pressured by the vets or anyone else.