Further, if his do not descend, they need to be removed as they tend to become cancerous if left. Hi Lynne. zl. Any advice or feedback is greatly appreciated. If the puppy does not drop I will make it right with the buyer I want to be a responsible breeder. We are considering a puppy who is now 15 week old and are looking at the possible impact of cryptorchid surgery. Was told he was kicked by prior owner. The cost for a dog neuter with undescended testicle may therefore vary from one location to another but generally may amount to anywhere between $150 and $550. and thanks for givining an indication on the cost. As the article says, he will be at great risk if you do not remove the undescended testicle. Why does my 8 week old puppy not have balls? Should I Put My Dog on Vetmedin or Cardisure? In my experience, they are invariably somewhere along this path. Should I try to convince my mom to have him get the surgery or not? If you were planning to breed your dog, consider that a dog with only oneundescended testicle (monorchid) is still capable of successfully breeding and siring a litter of puppies. Can you please give me guidance as to how I can communicate with this client, as I feel like I am being asked to do something unethical. Just been to the vet and he said he couldn't feel any testicles. Affected Breeds Any male canine, purebred or mixed, can experience retained testicles. Hello I have a five and a half month old Blue Cattle dog Pup. There is no medical treatment likely to treat or prevent a retained testicle. The actual recommended desexing time for each dog breed can be found here. > I forget about them, and usually only remember them when I feel them by accident! May be of benefit in prevention of the need for surgery; May be of benefit to reduce inflammation, redness, and swelling. Cancer is very unlikely in the first two years of your dogs life so as long as you get him done at around one-year-old theres not much to worry about. hahaha. This condition is very painful and requires an emergency visit for surgical intervention. Neutering is recommended to prevent future problems. Hi I have a English bulldog when I feel for his Testicles I feel one in the sack the other one will drop in the sack then go back up when applying pressure, does mean his nut will drop in time he is 4 months. } > There is an increased Cancer risk wthy the retained one, but certainly no hurry to do anything. This is genetic so should she be desexed & not have another litter ? A male puppy's testicles usually descend from his abdomen into his scrotum by the time he's 10 days old. Thanks. By Andrew Spanner BVSc(Hons) MVetStud, a vet in Adelaide, Australia. Cryptorchidism is when it fails to reach its destination. Dogs with only one descended testicle are unilaterally cryptorchid, while if both don't drop they are bilaterally cryptorchid. For the best health, when would you recommend I get Huck neutered? Recuperation more resembles that of the spayed female dog. In nearly all puppies, this is by 6 to 8 weeks of age. Intact male dogs might appear sexually interested in him. And i dont intend to let him marry. Not every vet will feel the need to do an ultrasound first, and surgical prices vary considerably among vets. I can get him an appt for Jan or Feb, but should I wait till hes closer to 1? In dogs, it's important that testicles drop because undescended testicles may become problematic to the dog's health and veterinarians therefore will recommend neutering the dog. Additionally, some puppies may not develop these traits until they are older, so it is important to consult with a vet before making a purchase. Several years ago, when I was in private practice, I had a older canine patient with chronic illnesses; but his blood work and other diagnostics were always normal. My dog is a 9 year-old shih tzu, my mother never really gave much importance to his retained testicle and now it is a bit bigger than the one that did descend. In my experience, it is unlikely that an undescended testicle will descend in a puppy as old as 8 months. I dont quite understand are you saying there were originally two and now theres only one? So here is everything you need to know to keep your puppy safe. Generally, if a Boxer puppy's testicles aren't both there by eight to ten weeks of age, he is a cryptorchid. Should i remove the undescended and the good one together? I understand that surgical exploration would find it but is it worth finding out where it is currently located in the hope it will drop? Testicular tumours have a tendency to produce female hormones. If we find nothing, we assume the testicle is in the abdomen. The vet might need to do some exploratory surgery if the testicle's location wasn't clear on the ultrasound. Conventional recommendations suggest surgical removal of the missing testicle if it has not appeared in the scrotal sac by one year of age. Ultimately, it is up to the buyer to decide if they feel comfortable taking on a puppy with this condition, and to consult with a vet if they have any concerns. Overview. When it comes to a dog's health, no pet owner would ever like to compromise on it. One of them you can feel, the other.who knows. I think it's if they haven't both desended by maturing that you need to get them out. You're not imaging things if your dog's nails appear thicker. Until the exit hole called the inguinal ring closes at around 6 months of age, theres always a chance of the testicle descending. This will help to reduce the risk of getting sick and requiring treatment. If one or both testicles never drop as the puppy matures, the condition is then called a cryptorchidism. The only time this wont work is when the testicle is neither in nor out, but wedged in the inguinal ring itself. Its very hard to tell when puppies are only six weeks old. The surgical technique depends on where the testicle is found. Cryptorchid dogs are generally not able to produce viable sperm and are at risk of developing reproductive problems. My clinic has never failed to find it and any experienced vet is likely to say the same, whether or not they use ultrasound. At 7 1/2 months old weve noticed our Foxies second testicle is down, albeit maybe slightly smaller than the first. Hi Tibor. Any male canine, purebred or mixed, can experience retained testicles. This is essential due to the extremely high rate of seminomas and sertoli cell tumours in cryptorchid dogs. To begin with, when a male puppy born, his testicles are inside his body. In fact, retained testicles are 9 times more likely to become cancerous than testicles that have been removed. Theres almost no chance that the testicle will descend by now. Before surgery, your vet locates the undescended testicle via ultrasound. Fortunately, there are alternative treatments available. Abdominal testicle removal might add $200. Had a puppy for 3 days. Jane Meggitt has been a writer for more than 20 years. I was just thinking should we let him mature a bit more before we go ahead with the removal. I'm sure he only lies that way when my mothers in. Then, my preferred technique is a paramedian incision as shown here, which normally drops me right on top of it. Hi Genevieve. An undescended testicle is also called cryptorchid or monorchid. Hi Carolyn. Cryptorchidism in dogs can lead to aggression due to the fact that they are not able to produce sperm. Hi Ellen your questions on the best age to neuter a large dog should be answered at the link. Friends are trying to dissuade us from going ahead because this should not happen in purebred dogs. "I have seen testicles drop as late as 6.5 months, and most of the veterinary reproductive specialists report that by 7 months the chances are exceedingly low.~Dr. At 8 weeks of age, a 16oz pup at birth may be 7lbs, and one that was 18oz may by 9lbs, so the difference may appear HUGE, and everyone wants the healthiest pup they can get, but, after spending so much time with puppies, I am 100% certain that of all the factors people should consider when getting a puppy, size is not one of them or should be the least important factor 99.9% of the time. Then where could be the position for this missing testicle and will it be difficult to operate it? mq. For dogs like these, my technique will create an incision like this on each side. Some breeders may recommend avoiding puppies with this condition, as it may indicate potential health problems down the road. If the testicle was not seen on ultrasound, and I had no clue whether it was in the abdomen or in the groin, then the rare worst case scenario is that two incisions (both pictured above) are needed to find it. Good on you for taking the problem seriously. The risk is never zero, but its acceptably low to wait until a year of age. Excuse me for multiple queries as I am still confused that if the testicles will not be visible to the doctor even after ultrasound then how would it be treated. Or do you think we are past that point now? Did you know? Are vets happy with only taking the one retained testie out as this of cause has a medical reason to be removed but leave the other? Aloha, I am a foster for a 10 yr old sweet chihuahua who weighs 5 lbs. Some breeders may recommend avoiding such puppies, as they may indicate potential health problems down the road. It is common, not especially worrying, but also not harmless. She has a Bachelor of Arts in English from New York University and an Associate of Arts from the American Academy of Dramatics Arts, New York City. Ive never heard of testicles going back up, so its likely the first assessment was incorrect. Then over a period of approximately two weeks, they start dropping into the scrotum through a narrow channel called the 'inguinal canal'. Hi, i have a 11 month old Labrador retriever and he has only one testicle, i visited his vet and the doctor said there is only one testicle and he cannot feel the other one. Then we search under the skin from the scrotum to the inguinal ring. Occasionally, a puppy may reach 8 weeks of age without having both testicles descend into the scrotum. Im so sorry to hear that I have seen the same thing with dogs from rescue shelters. Comments (if open) will appear within 24 hours. However, if costs are limited its perfectly reasonable to surgically explore for the testicle as this is almost always successful. Because cryptorchidism carries serious health risks, he'll require surgery to remove the retained testicle as well as the one that fell. Vets in the US are (like us!) There is already far too much unethical breeding of dogs carrying this trait and nobody wants to contribute to further puppies having to face the same problem. Surgery is necessary for these and complications are rare. Please give me your opinion on this as well, and for any complications. The only way might be their previous breeding histories. He was lucky- although his surgery was disfiguring, he is alive today. I was just told at the vet my 6 month old Frenchie only has one testicle that has dropped. Otherwise it will almost certainly be his end. Additionally, some puppies may not develop these traits until they are older, so it is important to consult with a vet before making a purchase. My dogs 4 year old and now his undescended testes have grown into a tumor. Usually, neutering solves the problem if the cancer hasn't spread. It's not enough to conventionally neuter a dog with one descended testicle and leave the undescended testicle alone. He is set for a scheduled neutering in late August. In cryptorchid dogs, the testicles may be in the abdominal cavity, in the inguinal canal, or in other locations outside of the scrotum. Hi my maltese puppy is 4 months old and also has no testicles, we are devastated, the owner we purchased our puppy from said her vet noted he had 2 testicles and dropped but upon receiving him and our vet check he had never had them. > Phew, so you did mean deep in his ABDOMEN, lol, Powered by mwForum 2.29.6 1999-2015 Markus Wichitill. posted by MagicDolphin at 6:05 PM on July 28, 2007 If your dog is diagnosed with cryptorchidism, you should schedule an appointment with your veterinarian as soon as possible. I really want to keep the chance to a minimum for our boy to get the Irish setter spray coat! Please have another read: I have mentioned costs and discussed preventive surgery- if you have further questions, get back in touch.. My boy staffie jasper died. Hi Leah. Thank you. ht. Nor should any attempt be made to artificially replace a retained testicle (called orchiopexy) just so a dog can be bred or shown. However, at 7 weeks, undescended testicles don't mean much. Usually, this is easy. We know the testicle starts its journey where ovaries lie, and travels along a line through the inguinal ring towards the scrotum. Hi Lupe. Therefore, these dogs were thought to be neutered until the symptoms of cancer appeared. There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on a variety of factors, including the age, breed, and health of the puppy. And certainly, if the dog is castrated, it is best to recover the missing testicle at that time. It's very critical to learn how to make a dog testicle drop as it's an important sign of growing and healthy puppies. There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on a variety of factors, including the age, breed, and health of the puppy. Dogs with retained testicles face a far greater risk of testicular cancer than intact males with both testicles descended. Keep him quiet for at least two weeks after the operation while his body heals. In two cases, they were dogs from disreputable rescue centres who did not ensure that the dog was fully desexed before rehoming. It sounds like youre reading too much of the wrong information its not a big deal to have the surgery. He was definitely worth seeing, as he had the remarkable feature of one red testicle and one seal!>>, > Male tortie thats rare isnt it or is itthat fact that itis his points that are tortie that makes it possible. The tumor can secrete estrogen, causing changes in your dog's appearance and behavior. kb if uu sr hs dv. Undescended testicles can become cancerous and/or twisted, so it's important to have them removed while your dog is young. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If we remove the retained testicle and leave the decended testicle until the dog is two, will he still develop 100% properly in growth and male characteristics? She says he looks pornographic!lol. Now, there are a few things to consider when it comes to deciding whether or not to remove a retained testicle. The differences between dog and human skin are various. I also read about strangulated deferens and that recovery time if major surgery is required will be in the order of a couple of weeks for complicated cases as dogs also tend to kick their wounds etc We are at a loss with how to proceed! Your dog's undescended testicle could be located almost anywhere in his abdomen, and your vet will most likely have to search for it in order to remove it. Hi Cam. My Shitzu has only one testicle. Hi Andrew, thanks for your comprehesive explanation. >So sorry for off topic but sometimes these things just float to the front of ones brain oops!! Cryptorchidism is the medical term that refers to the failure of one or both testicles (testes) to descend into the scrotum. If the testicle though is not found in these areas but rather within the abdominal cavity, the surgery may be a bit more involved considered that the vet will need to make an abdominal incision and search for it, but once found, it is easily removed and dogs usually recover quickly. Hi Christina. The main problem though is that cryptorchidism is hereditary, and dogs who are cryptorchid should be neutered to prevent from passing on this condition with their genes. Testicular torsion occurs when the testicle become entangled in the ligament. If your puppy is cryptorchid, you may be wondering whether the surgery to remove the retained testicle/testicles will be complicated. It is best to call around to get quotes so to have a better idea of expected costs. Hi Andrew, I have a 6.5 month old (we think) Potcake (mixed breed from the Turks and Caicos) whos cryptorchid. I bought a male pup a couple of years ago with the prospect of him being a show pup, sadly after we drove for 15 hours to get him the breeder told us he had only 1 testicle, because we had drove so far we took him back with us. Should I put him through both surgeries at once or just do most important which is teeth? Generally, a dog's testicles should drop by the time the puppy is 8 weeks old; however, there are often exceptions to the rule and some dogs may take a little bit longer. Cryptorchidism in dogs or undescended testicles, is a fairly common condition, and it is considered to be a birth defect. I have certainly done so in the past, to allow for normal secondary sexual characteristics. > under influence of male hormones became testes and started their journey down the body to end up in the scrotum????? Some breeders may recommend that potential buyers avoid puppies with undescended testicles, as these may indicate potential health problems down the road. The most common potential problem that our 7 week check up reveals is undescended testicles. Dogs with two undescended testicles are called bilateral cryptorchids and they are often sterile. Sometimes when puppies are taken for an exam prior to 8 weeks of age some males will be diagnosed with a "undescended testicle". Dogs with cryptorchidism may also experience an increase in the incidence of certain diseases, such as cancer. I would assume the people who sold him knew that thier boxer had to have one testicles. The rest of your question can be found in the article above. Therefore, the only drawback is cost. With a dog perfectly upside down, the way the scrotal testicle lies usually gives a clear idea of which one is missing. qk un. PET owners should not be alarmed as it is not unusual at this time for 1 or both of the testicles to not be present. If the testicular tumor grows inside the dog, fatal issues can arise even before metastasizing. Hi Kate. da. First of all, it is important to understand that removing both testicles is usually the best option because it eliminates the risk of cancer significantly. When a dog has a retained testicle, we call him cryptorchid, literally meaning hidden testicle. The picture (above) shows the result of just such a surgery, with one incision for the descended testicle, and another for the one under the skin in the groin. Use for farm animals , add water trough. Hi Elaine. Natural methods using Traditional Chinese Veterinary Herbal formulas improve many patients quality-of-life and can help avoid major surgery. Hi John. Hi my daughter bought a puppy who was 8 weeks old. Occurring in almost 10% of male dogs, cryptorchidism in dogs is the failure of one or both testicles to descend into the scrotum, after birth. The vet finds the retained testicle beforehand either by palpation, if it's close to the scrotum or locating it via ultrasound. Personally, although Ive never seen it done, I feel it would be quite reasonable to ask the breeder for a contribution. Pets deserve real food, not highly processed kibble or canned convenience food. Male puppies are born with their testicles undescended, meaning that they are tucked inside their bodies and haven't yet made an appearance. Hi Cesar. (He's 2 now). In our clinic, inguinal testicles like in the first picture generally add $100 to the desexing price. I know whis Ihad left it longer and allowed him to mature more. GRAB Dr. Cathys most revealing report: 5 Ways Youre Over Paying Your Vet and Over Vaccinating Your Pet. I think it is quite logical to only remove the undescended testicle. The lowest range should be for neutering an inguinal cryptorchid while the highestrange should be for an abdominal cryptorchid. By now, its very unlikely that it will come down, but its no problem if you follow the advice in the article. Hi Maria. (As our last dog, an Airedale Terrier, was kept intact for health benefits, not bred, and had no behavioural issues). Cryptorchidism in dogs is a common condition, and can be treated with surgery. Yes, dog eyes can be sensitive to sunlight, especially if their eyes are not protected by shade. Anyone have any experience with this? Discover why it happens. However, thats just a financial concern. I had my litter of puppies checked by my vet at 9 weeks of age & all males apparently had 2 descended testicles. Theres really no point in getting an ultrasound done, as surgical exploration is quite straightforward and virtually 100% successful. Nine years old for a small breed dog is really quite young. However the interval between the two surgeries could be as little as two weeks so its probably not of great significance which way you do it. Note: comments are now closed but you will find that most common questions have already been answered in other comments or the text above. I have a 12 month old german shepherd with bilateral cryptochidism, when he was 16 weeks the vet advised to wait unitl he was 12 months before having the procedure, would you agree with this? Secondly, yes it is quite likely that you can find a vet who will only remove the undescended teste. This is a problem I have faced as well. There are three outcomes when it comes to the process of testicles descending: they can successfully descend into the scrotum, them may start descending, but stop somewhere along the way, or they may even never start the journey. When a dog is born, the testicles are generally located near the inguinal ring, an area around the groin, and are guided by the gubernaculum, a structure that . 3. But.I'm assuming since you've just got your pup that he'll be about 8 weeks old? Hi, we have an 11 month old golden retriever puppy with only one testicle descended. My questions are 1. As advised I will be waiting till he is about 9-12 months old before acting on it but I would really like the ver to just remove the retained testie and leave the defended one where it is. 142 North East Road What do you think we should do? One early sign of cancer in a dog's retained testicle is feminizing. After reading a lot of posts and articles online Im concerned that this could turn out to be a big complication, stressful for our family and it could be costly. They were very pushy on removing them both. You should also make sure that your pet is up-to-date on his or her vaccinations. Additionally, retained testicles are also much more likely to suffer a painful and potentially life-threatening testicular torsion. Not sure how common/uncommon this is but I am considering if it might be a good idea to pass on this puppy if this is something that can lead to serious complications. It was the size of a grapefruit and weighed almost 2 pounds! Fiona. The reason for this is that he is an Irish setter and I would really like to avoid him getting spray coat because of missing hormones. However it seems that you have no intention of breeding. Most of the time both testicles drop as early as 8 weeks but sometimes not until 10-12 weeks but, if a puppy is being sold with full breeding rights at eight weeks, then it is best that both testicles should be present. These are the dogs I have seen either die or come close. The testes develop near the kidneys within the abdomen and normally descend into the scrotum by two months of age. Well over half of our male puppies do not have both testicles descended at the 7 week check up. Most vets recommend removing both testicles to prevent cancer and stop your dog from spreading this hereditary disease to any potential puppies. Copyright 2023 Leaf Group Ltd. / Leaf Group Media, All Rights Reserved. My vet said to bring him back in a month. to her! Hi Terry. That cost can possibly be $400. Hi Lola. Dogs with retained testicles can't show in conformation classes, as it is a defect; they should not be bred. Physical examination or ultrasound? Im not aware of any link and cannot imagine how they could be related. I have never seen one come down this late and you can assume it will need to be surgically removed. Our puppy had two undescended testicles. In certain dogs it may occur later, but rarely after six months of age. VeterinaryPartner.com: Cryptorchidism (Retained Testicles), Pet Informed: Veterinary Advice Online - Cryptorchidism (Undescended Testicles). By 8 weeks of ages, both testicles should have dropped into the scrotum and they can often be easily be palpated. Hi Liana. If the dog has one testicle, it is generally normal. Do you think there is a chance of it dropping still or is it pretty much set in the stars? Thank you for any feedback. Good luck. Most can be found externally by a careful examination once the dog is asleep, and the remainder by ultrasound. Our website for more info is: www.akcgiantschn. The Irish setters in our clinic have beautiful handsome coats and are all desexed. I have done enough vasectomies to be confident, but if you havent feel free to contact me via the clinic. You might be worth getting opinions from other local vets for comparison. How long should you give it before intervening? I have a 6 month older Havanese with only one descended testicle. Other physical changes include hair loss and skin darkening. LOL Jean! I then went and visited another vet to get another opinion, who said then same and then a 3rd. At 14 weeks (purchased at 12 weeks) the Local Vet informed me that he suffers from cryptorchid (unilateral). Now at about 4 months of age, one puppy has been identified as having one undescended testicle. What age would you recommend to have this dog desexed? Men with this condition are born with more than two testes, also known as testicles or gonads. You should also talk to your doctor about the best way to reduce the costs of treatment for pre-existing conditions. Hi Andrew I have german shepherds puppy is 15 weeks old and only one testicle being checked by the vet from 10 weeks old and 14 weeks thats was last week and still the same I spoke to the breeder she mentioned that by 6 weeks checked both was there so in this case Will be dropped or what Do i do. There is nothing you can do to encourage the second one to descend--surgery, sooner rather than later, is your best bet. One such dog is shown above, with a swelling that appeared in the groin at around two years of age. Since we have been breeding, we have had only 4 puppies whose testicles never descended. How costly would this be? They're also vulnerable to testicular torsion, or twisting of the testicle. In which case, I don't think I would be panicing quite yet! Hi Cindy. He also has a jaw issue. Respiratory issues are likely to have another cause. Testicles rarely if ever descend after 6 months. Hes 10.5 pounds and may grow only another pound or two. Hi Willard. Hi Dr Andrew, I have a 10 month old Miniature Pinscher (Zwergpincher) who suffers from cryptorchidism as unfortunately his left ball hasnt dropped This was diagnosed when he was 5 months old and our local vet suggested that we wait till nearly 1 year to have an operation so that he would have it when he is strong and full formed which he is now at a whopping 3kg (small but mighty). So really dont worry about it yet. The best news was after surgery, this particular dog felt so much better, and his health issues were resolved. Sometimes when puppies are taken for an exam prior to 8 weeks of age some males will be diagnosed with a undescended testicle. Hi Mariam. The testicle could be just above the scrotum -- never quite making it into the sac -- inside the inguinal canal or still in the abdominal cavity. Normally, a male puppy's testicles descend from his abdomen into his scrotum by the time he's 2 weeks old. If retained testicles are in the lines of a pup I would be very worried if both were not present at 8 weeks. As a general rule of thumb,if by the age of 6 to 7 months the testicles haven't dropped yet, there are low chances that they ever will at this point. The twisting cuts off the blood supply to the testicle, causing intense pain. Thanks Michelle thats very noble of you. Waiting til one year of age does increase the risk but not by much and I dont think theres anything wrong with doing so for the sake of good joint development. Hi Darcy. Nail thickening in dogs in s phenomenon that is often common in older dogs. My only concern regarding a dog with a single descended testicle is that they remain fertile, but regardless of this should be taken out of the breeding population. Im torn bc my family, does not want to send him back to the breeder. These include the Chihuahua, the Maltese, the Pekingese, the Pomeranian, the German shepherd, the miniature and the toy poodle, the Yorkshire terrier, the Old English sheepdog, the dachshund, the boxer, the bulldog, the Shetland sheepdog, the American Staffordshire terrier, the cairn terrier, the miniature schnauzer and the Siberian husky. The vet said give it 6 months and if it doesnt drop, hell need to be neutered. To confirm that the dog has two descended testicles, gently grasp the scrotum between the thumb and forefinger while the dog is standing or lying on his back. 2. Is he telling me the truth or is he just making extra money from me? If the retained testicle isn't removed by the dog's third birthday, he runs a 50 percent risk of it becoming malignant, with the cancer metastasizing throughout his body. My dog is mini Maltezer. He'll probably have to wear the "cone of shame," or Elizabethan collar, to prevent him from chewing at the sutures. 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