The speaker, Dr. Mike, discusses his decision to neuter his dog, Bear, a Newfoundland. Dr. Mike explains that he chose to neuter Bear primarily to prevent unwanted breeding, as he often travels and doesn't want Bear to become a father. He also mentions that Bear had a snaggle tooth and an extra canine tooth, which was discovered during the neutering process. However, the veterinarian decided not to remove the extra tooth due to concerns about potential damage to surrounding teeth.
Dr. Mike discusses the pros and cons of neutering, citing that it can reduce certain behavioral issues and health problems, such as testicular and prostate cancer. However, he notes that the health benefits for neutering male dogs are not as significant as those for spaying female dogs.
The video also features Dr. Mike opening fan mail and gifts, including artwork and merchandise, and expressing his gratitude to his viewers.
1. Bear, the dog, had surgery and is okay.
2. Bear had an anti-lick-his-incision pillow to prevent him from licking his incision.
3. The pillow was big, and Bear couldn't turn around all the way with it on.
4. Bear had been wearing the pillow for a week and got used to it.
5. The speaker is a medical doctor.
6. Bear was neutered.
7. The speaker decided to get Bear neutered for several reasons.
8. Bear had a snaggle tooth, which made the speaker worry about potential long-term issues.
9. The vet found that Bear has an extra canine tooth.
10. The extra tooth is growing outward, and removing it could damage other teeth.
11. The vet decided to keep the tooth in because Bear wasn't experiencing any pain or discomfort.
12. The pros of neutering a dog include changing their behavior for the better and decreasing health risks.
13. Bear didn't have any significant behavioral issues before being neutered.
14. The speaker researched the pros of neutering from a health standpoint.
15. Neutering can decrease the risk of certain cancers in male dogs.
16. There's evidence that neutered dogs don't live shorter lives.
17. The speaker's main reason for neutering Bear was to prevent him from becoming a father when left with others.
18. Bear is recovering well from the operation.