What is cryptorchidism in dogs?

Dogs with only one egg or no egg are called cryptorchidism. That is, the testicles remain in the abdominal cavity or inguinal canal and do not descend to the scrotum, also known as incomplete testicular descent.

What causes cryptorchidism in dogs

There are two reasons for cryptorchidism in dogs, genetic inheritance and acquired development. Genetic inheritance is generally believed to be due to hormone secretion disorders, insufficient gonadotropins in dogs and insufficient androgen in the fetus. During the acquired development process, the testicles will descend from the abdominal cavity into the scrotum. If they do not descend, cryptorchidism will form.

What are the dangers of cryptorchidism in dogs

Cryptorchidism in dogs is caused by long-term exposure to high temperature, squeezing, poor blood flow, and insufficient nutritional supply in the abdominal cavity or groin. Affected by factors, as age increases, cancer is more likely to occur over time.

How to treat cryptorchidism in dogs

Cryptorchidism will greatly increase the risk of testicular infection and cancer in dogs, so dogs need to be surgically removed. Generally, only the abdominal cavity or groin needs to be opened, just like neutering a female dog. The risk is not high and it is considered a minor surgery clinically.