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- Can a dog with one testicle produce babies?
- When should you neuter a dog with one testicle not descended?
- What does it mean if my dog only has one testicle?
- Is cryptorchidism hereditary in dogs?
- What happens if one testicle is larger than the other?
- How much does it cost to neuter a dog with cryptorchidism?
- Can cryptorchidism be corrected?
- Does cryptorchidism cause aggression?
- How do you treat a dog with a swollen testicle?
- What happens if cryptorchidism is not treated?
- What causes an enlarged testicle?
- Which testis is more important?
- How long does a cryptorchid neuter take?
- Is cryptorchidism covered by pet insurance?
- How serious is an undescended testicle?
- At what age do testes drop?
- How long is surgery for undescended testicle?
Can a dog with one testicle produce babies?
In its early stages, a single retained testicle is significantly smaller than the other, normal testicle. If both testicles are retained, the dog may be infertile. The retained testicles continue to produce testosterone but generally fail to produce sperm. "If both testicles are retained, the dog may be infertile."
When should you neuter a dog with one testicle not descended?
Descent to the final scrotal position should be completed by two months of age. If the testicles have not descended by six months of age, they are considered to be cryptorchid, or retained.
What does it mean if my dog only has one testicle?
Most likely, your dog has two testicles. However, only one of them is visible. The other testicle is “undescended,” meaning not in its proper place. Undescended testicles most commonly are located under the skin of the dog's groin, although sometimes they are inside the abdomen.
Is cryptorchidism hereditary in dogs?
Having a dog with one or both testicles retained (cryptorchidism) is one of the most common congenital developmental defects in purebred dogs. Cryptorchidism is heritable and is a sex-limited autosomal recessive trait in dogs. The incidences of cryptorchidism in dogs range from 1.2 to 10%.
What happens if one testicle is larger than the other?
It is entirely normal for one testicle to be bigger than the other. Many people find that the right testicle is slightly larger and the left hangs lower. A difference in size is usually nothing to worry about, though it can occasionally indicate a problem.
How much does it cost to neuter a dog with cryptorchidism?
Depending on the veterinarian that is used, some only charge an additional $100 onto the cost of a regular neuter. If diagnostic imaging is needed, or if the testicles are deep in the abdomen, the price tends to be higher. A cryptorchid neuter may cost up to $800 in large breeds or complicated scenarios.
Can cryptorchidism be corrected?
An undescended testicle is usually corrected with surgery. The surgeon carefully manipulates the testicle into the scrotum and stitches it into place (orchiopexy). This procedure can be done either with a laparoscope or with open surgery.
Does cryptorchidism cause aggression?
Bilaterally cryptorchid dogs, or dogs with both testicles retained, will usually be sterile because the body temperature in the abdomen is too high to allow for the development of sperm. They will still exhibit male behaviors such as marking and territorial aggression, despite not appearing to have testicles.
How do you treat a dog with a swollen testicle?
You will likely be advised to apply cold packs to your dog's testicular area in order to ease swelling in the remaining testicle or testicles during immediate recovery. If swelling does not go down, you will need to return to the veterinarian for further treatment.
What happens if cryptorchidism is not treated?
This painful condition cuts off blood to the testicle. If not treated promptly, this might result in the loss of the testicle. Testicular torsion occurs 10 times more often in undescended testicles than in normal testicles.
What causes an enlarged testicle?
Common Causes
Infection: The testicle and epididymis, the part of the testicle that stores sperm, can sometimes become infected, causing pain and swelling that starts quickly and gets worse. Fluid Buildup: An injury or infection can cause fluid to build up around the testicle, causing painful swelling.
Which testis is more important?
The left testicle is bigger than the right one; therefore, the left vein is longer than the right. Because the left vein is longer, it is subject to more difficulties when draining. Poor drainage can lead to pathological conditions such as testicular swelling and pain.
How long does a cryptorchid neuter take?
The procedure takes about 20 minutes to 45 minutes to perform in most cases, including the needed time for preparation and anesthesia. In older or large-breed dogs the procedure can take longer. What are the risks and complications of a neuter?
Is cryptorchidism covered by pet insurance?
Although the operation tends to be more costly than a normal castration, especially if surgical exploration of the abdomen is needed to find an abdominal testicle, most pet insurance companies should cover for cryptorchidism as long as the policy was not taken out after the animal was diagnosed as cryptorchid.
How serious is an undescended testicle?
An undescended testicle increases the risk of infertility (not being able to have children), testicular cancer, hernias and testicular torsion (twisting). An empty scrotum also can cause significant psychological stress as the boy gets older. For these reasons, early treatment is very important.
At what age do testes drop?
Most of the time, a boy's testicles descend by the time he is 9 months old. Undescended testicles are common in infants who are born early. The problem occurs less in full-term infants. Some babies have a condition called retractile testes and the health care provider may not be able to find the testicles.
How long is surgery for undescended testicle?
This surgery takes about 45 minutes, but recovery from the anesthesia might take several hours.
