The Parsemus Foundation is an educational resource for the public and veterinarians about the importance of hormones for pets. Over the years, we have received increasing inquiries about hormone-sparing sterilization from pet parents, and seen more veterinarians offering vasectomy or hysterectomy. But the shift in practice has been slow — until now. With several influential veterinarians spreading the message about the importance of hormones to dogs, this topic has finally reached the mainstream.

When it comes to spaying or neutering your dog, the timing of the procedure can significantly impact their long-term health. Traditionally, veterinarians have recommended spaying or neutering before six months of age. However, recent studies, including an update to the comprehensive studies by Drs. Benjamin and Lynette Hart from the University of California, Davis, have added to growing evidence that delaying these procedures can reduce the risk of cancer and joint disorders in certain breeds. Pet owners should also consider hormone-sparing sterilization as an alternative to traditional spay/neuter.

Veterinary advances (such as hormone-sparing sterilization) can be slow to reach caring pet owners. Fortunately, some veterinarians — like Peter Dobias, DVM — are not

A recent publication in Scientific Reports took an in-depth look at longevity in Rottweilers. The authors evaluated the health records of 7,185 Rottweiler dogs from

A 2023 study on hemangiosarcoma in Golden Retrievers adds to our knowledge of this common canine cancer. As past studies have shown, the occurrence of hemangiosarcoma

Parsemus Foundation Executive Director Linda Brent, Ph.D. was recently interviewed by veterinarian Peter Dobias, DVM about the foundation’s research on hormone restoration in dogs. Dr.

Increasingly over the past 15 years, scientific researchers have questioned whether spay and neuter sterilization is right for all dogs, because the loss of natural