I'm sure this topic has come up many times but I wanted to ask for advice. Our cocker will be 7 months old next week. We are taking her on a camping holiday (in a caravan - not wild) at the end of the month. We currently have a spaying for her scheduled next week allowing two weeks for her to recover before our trip.
I've been reading different opinions lately saying it's better to wait till after their first season, though our vet says she's ready now. I don't believe she's had her first season yet, at least I haven't noticed anything.
If I put off spaying for a little while, how problematic would it be if she goes into heat while we are camping? She will be on a lead the whole time but we will likely be around many other dogs.
Also, I've read spaying and neutering affects their soft coats, is that true?