[madman]

Hello, I'm looking for some opinions from the experienced hunting dog owners and breeders familiar with Chesapeakes or similar on when to neuter my hunting buddy. He's 8 months and 70lbs. He isn't papered and won't be used for breeding. So far he is pretty chill and isn't aggressive with other dogs or people. Nelson is playful and hasn't been displaying any dominance. From what I have read, I should wait until he's fully developed physically, which would be around 16-18 months. Does this sound right? I want him to have a full life with the less chance of disease down the road. He's my first dog.

I welcome your input.

Thanks,

Mad