Is it worth neutering boars?

[Screamapillar]

Hi, I have two boars that are 11 months old (ish). They normally get along wonderfully but recently had a fight where blood was drawn. Since then, they have been arguing more than usual but no more fighting. Their run was too small and this has been rectified.

I want to ask if it's worth neutering the smaller one to make him less aggressive. Does it work? Is it worth the risk?

 

[Little Ones]

I believe the idea that neutering calms them down is completely a myth. Ideally boars should only be neutered if there are plans to bond them with sows

 

[Wiebke]

Hi, I have two boars that are 11 months old (ish). They normally get along wonderfully but recently had a fight where blood was drawn. Since then, they have been arguing more than usual but no more fighting. Their run was too small and this has been rectified.

I want to ask if it's worth neutering the smaller one to make him less aggressive. Does it work? Is it worth the risk?

Hi and welcome!

Neutering boars does not change their personality or social behaviour; it only takes away the ability to make babies.

Please take the time to read these two guide links here to see what you can do re. removing teenage flash points and what neutering does and does NOT do in more detail:
Boars: Teenage, Bullying, Fighting, Fall-outs And What Next?
Neutered / De-sexed Boars And Neutering Operations: Myths, Facts and Post-op Care