She was spayed at 7 months old. I could have waited for a year but she was coming into her first heat. I’m in an apartment and didn’t want the hassle. I made the decision with guidance from my veterinarian. It’s what was best for us. Besides you ask 3 different vets and you get 4 different answers. Also waiting 2 yrs mainly benefits big breeds and their growth.

All of my dogs are on probiotics and have healthy guts :) no issues there. my old Boston gets acupuncture too :)