A child diagnosed with Type I Diabetes has much more potential for complications of poor diabetic control than a dog that has maybe 3 more years of normal life span. (nextgendog.com)
Treatment is one of several surgical procedures, but these are not without potential for complications. (marvistavet.com)
It's also less invasive than female sterilization, which involves abdominal surgery and has a greater potential for complications, says Dr. Shirazian. (health.com)