First and foremost, ask yourself the Following question.
Am I responsible enough to prevent my dog from producing an unintentional litter?
If your response is, "No," or "I'm not really sure," I strongly encourage you to have your dog sterilized. Preventing unintentional litters and pet overpopulation trump all other considerations. Check out the neutering/sterilization options described within this website.
If your reply is a very confident, "Yes," I encourage you to weigh in on the information presented within this website. Discuss what you learn here with your veterinarian and, together, determine if your dog should be neutered/sterilized. If so, at what age and via which procedure?
“Dogs have given us their absolute all. We are the center of their universe. We are the focus of their love and faith and trust. They serve us in return for scraps. It is without a doubt the best deal man has ever made.”