Behavior after neuter

(NJ)

My 5 1/2 month old coton got neutered one week ago. His wound looks good and is healing really well. The only thing I am having a problem with is his behavior. He doesn't listen like he used to, barks more, and is just more of a pest than a companion at times. I feel bad bc when we go to work we have to leave him but then we come home for lunch and then leave him again. Before he got neutered he really didn't have a problem staying home. But now, he cries while we are away (we have a camera to see him) and is generally upset. That is not like him.

Any advice on this? Did anyone else experience behavior changes after their coton was neutered?

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Jun 01, 2013
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by: Vicky & Jonah (Az)

I do not think neutering has anything to do w/it. He is just growing up puppy. He will go through many actions. Ex. he may walk just fine every day then come 1 to 1.5 yrs u will go 2 walk by someone & ur dog barks like he wants to attack another person or dog. Well he just sowing the puppy oats. U tell him no & continue on. The behavior goes away. Puppyhood.

Just always remember ur dog picks up from ur emotions. U just had him fixed now ur thinking poor baby oh I have to go to work I don't want to leave u. I love u I love u & picture ur dog thinking ah ha I can make them feel bad & laugh.

Remember dogs r social animals & adjust thru ur life weather its an apartment today or a house tomorrow. Don't overthink it u love them they love u and just like kids they learn by being taught what u expect since they will not know unless shown.

I forgot if thou u mentioned that ur pup was crated while gone. Crating is good if u can because they do not pick up the bad habbits of chewing ur couch, shoes, digging up carpet, plants etc. Since they do not learn how much fun it is then once an adult the behavior is not their. Usually by a yr. crateing can go away but all r diff. Puppyhood is really the 1st 3 yrs.

Out off site 4 a pup means into trouble. LOL. When home if u keep them in sight at all times 4 1st yr. & they go to chew or get into something their not allowed & r caught immediatly in act they then learn what they can & can't mess with. This way by catching the act before it happens when young they don't have the habit when older. They do not miss the fun they could of had chewing ur shoe if the devilish puppyness never experienced it. Usually its in the actions of 0-1yr olds.

I think I'm rambling & I'm sorry and its just my opinion but I think ur pup may b asking 4 attention because he thinks he can & bless his soul the little devil got it because he just got fixed & he's a baby. And thats ok. Now he's better so just let ur household get back 2 normal & he will to. After all we all like to be babied whan sick.

Can't wait 2 see a pic. I hope some of my rambling this morn. helped.

May 31, 2013
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by: Anonymous

I agree the comment about not being a good coton parent was a little over the top. We are asking questions here because of concern, and wanting to do learn if anyone is having similar experiences, and that in itself shows good parenting and caring behavoir. No one should past judgment on someone's question before knowing all the facts. Either offer helpful advice or say nothing at all. I wanted to add that my Bentley is getting better as well, He just needs alittle more guidance and assurance when meeting people and fellow dogs. I hold him close to me and let others approach him slowly, he sits still, sniffs for a moment and then hes back to his loving affectionate self. I swear there is a little human boy in this dog, such a docile sweet creature when you get to know him.

May 31, 2013
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by: Anonymous

We don't leave him for all that long. We do come home for lunch to spend time/play with him. We used to do this for months before he was neutered and he never had an issue at all. I think that he was upset we were restricting his activity while healing and had some pent up energy. I also think the whole experience was a lot for him to deal with. It has been a few days since I wrote this post and he seems to be doing better now that he can play freely again.

I don't really appreciate the comment about not being a good coton parent. We treat him like our child and he is a very happy puppy.

May 31, 2013
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by: Narita

This may have nothing at all to do with it but it is a thought. The times we have had to leave Bill at the vet for boarding, even if it is just a day or two, he is different when he comes back for a while. He is clingy and getting into things, demanding more attention. He may just be upset by the vet stay. Give it a little while longer.
It is true they are not a breed that can be left alone for long periods of time especially on a regular basis. Do you have a friend or family member that can come in a couple of times of day to play with him and let him out? Just some ideas.

May 30, 2013
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by: Anonymous

If you read all about this breed, you would know that they can not be left alone all day and thrive. I don't think this has anything to do with neutering and more to do with neglect. If he is frustrating you so much you have to examine yourself as a coton parent. What you put in is what you get out. Ask yourself were you stand in this baby's life. And definitely read the comments in this blog.

May 30, 2013
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by: John

Mine was just neutered as well, and his behavior has worsened like you just described. ( Hes a little over a year old) Ive been trying to social him and he just barks and snips at other dogs, and sits by my side. He wont let other dogs sniff him no matter how friendly they are. Hes more aggressive toward people too, until they feel brave enough to pet him, then he's fine. He's so attached to me, I cant leave the house for 2 minutes and he's freaking out, yelping and crying. We cage him every night, we feel its better for him at this stage to do so, but I'm beginning to think he takes it as punishment and it might be causing this nervous behavior, any thoughts or ideas?

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