Mandatory desexing of dogs: one step in the right direction to reduce the risk of dog bite? A systematic review

Conclusions There is consistent evidence that desexing dogs is associated with a reduced risk of dog bite, although the studies reflect association and may not be causal. Although recent publications have suggested desexing is associated with health and behavioural costs in some breeds, population level evidence supports desexed dogs having a longer lifespan, and being less likely to wander with the added benefit of reducing unwanted litters. Thus, mandatory desexing presents a possible opportunity for prevention of dog bites expanding dog bite prevention beyond an education-only approach.
Source: Injury Prevention - Category: Accident Prevention Authors: Tags: Systematic review Source Type: research