CRYPTORCHID: Why can't I find testicles on my unneutered pet?
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NORMAL CASTRATION
EXTERNAL CRYPTORCHID
INTERNAL CRYPTORCHID
WHAT HAPPENS IF PETS AREN'T NEUTERED?
Cryptorchidism: Most Affected Dog Breeds:
- Testicles normally descent into the scrotum by about 4-6 months of age
- If one or both testicles have not descended by 6 months, the dog is considered cryptorchid
EXTERNAL CRYPTORCHID
- The testicles has passed through the inguinal canal but fails to reach the scrotum and is located outside the normal path of descent
INTERNAL CRYPTORCHID
- Failure of the testicle to pass throuigh the inguinal canal. Resulting in retention within the abdomen or inguinal canal
WHAT HAPPENS IF PETS AREN'T NEUTERED?
- Higher risk of testicular cancer
- Increased risk of prostate disease
- Cryptorchid dogs have a very high risk of testicular tumors and torsion
- More sexually transmitted diseases (e.g.: canine trasmissable venereal tumor)
Cryptorchidism: Most Affected Dog Breeds:
- Most common: Small and toy breeds (Chihuahua, Pomeranian, Yorkshire Terrier, Miniature Poodle, Dachshund, Maltese)
- Occassionally affected: Medium and large breeds (Boxer, Golden Retriever, Shetland Sheepdog)
05 Mar 2026
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