Look at the paws on that girl! As you know, she will be "all puppy" until she's at least three. My Maeve (golden retriever) is 8.5 and is still as active as a puppy.

I stressed out each time one of my goldens was spayed. Only one of them didn't have to go back for a "stitch check" due to licking, too much activity, etc.

There are greater health risks---cancer---if you don't get her fixed.

Make sure you get the pre-surgery bloodwork.