In this episode, we chat to Dr Nicole Rous about the latest insights on neutering and the recommendations veterinarians should be giving pet owners based on the latest research.

Topics discussed include:
Why do vets recommend for pets to be neutered?
How has neutering recommendations changed in the last 5-10 years?
Dr Nicole discusses the most appropriate age for desexing.
Duration of a heat and what should pet parents expect.
Dr Rous delves into the reasons why neutering recommendations have changed over time.
The role hormones play in bone growth and musculoskeletal conditions.
Changes pet owners should be making if their pet is desexed early.
The impact oestrogen has on the gut microbiome and neurotransmitters.
Dr Nicole explains what part neutering plays in cognitive dysfunction.
Do neutering recommendations differ for cats?
The importance of feeding a good diet.
Health risks and signs pet owners should be aware of if their pet is not neutered.

In this episode, we chat to Dr Nicole Rous about the latest insights on neutering and the recommendations veterinarians should be giving pet owners based on the latest research.
Topics discussed include:
<ul>
<li>Why do vets recommend for pets to be neutered?</li>
<li>How has neutering recommendations changed in the last 5-10 years?</li>
<li>Dr Nicole discusses the most appropriate age for desexing.</li>
<li>Duration of a heat and what should pet parents expect.</li>
<li>Dr Rous delves into the reasons why neutering recommendations have changed over time.</li>
<li>The role hormones play in bone growth and musculoskeletal conditions.</li>
<li>Changes pet owners should be making if their pet is desexed early.</li>
<li>The impact oestrogen has on the gut microbiome and neurotransmitters.</li>
<li>Dr Nicole explains what part neutering plays in cognitive dysfunction.</li>
<li>Do neutering recommendations differ for cats?</li>
<li>The importance of feeding a good diet.</li>
<li>Health risks and signs pet owners should be aware of if their pet is not neutered.</li>
</ul>

The pureANIMAL Collective podcast shares cutting edge science, clinical wisdom, and inspiration on integrative veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview our team of experts in the fields of orthopaedics, dermatology, internal medicine, and integrative medicine. Our mission is to create a world where integrative veterinary medicine is accessible to all, to empower and inspire other veterinary professionals and pet parents alike, and to ultimately improve the health and wellbeing of pets. Host Dr Sarah Howard is a veterinarian and lifelong student of natural health. 

The pureANIMAL Collective podcast shares cutting edge science, clinical wisdom, and inspiration on integrative veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview our team of experts in the fields of orthopaedics, dermatology, internal medicine, and integrative medicine. Our mission is to create a world where integrative veterinary medicine is accessible to all, to empower and inspire other veterinary professionals and pet parents alike, and to ultimately improve the health and wellbeing of pets. Host Dr Sarah Howard is a veterinarian and lifelong student of natural health.

The Pure Animal Podcast aims to enlighten listeners about an integrative approach to veterinary medicine. Each month, we interview practitioners at the forefront of this field who share their insight and experience with the ultimate goal of benefiting the well-being and health of animals.

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