How to treat cryptorchidism in dogs

1. Cryptorchidism is treated by castration (removal of both testicles). There is anecdotal evidence that certain medical "therapies", such as hormone injections, It may be possible to stimulate the descent of testicles left in puppies handled before 4 months of age, although this has not been confirmed. The ethics of this technique are highly questionable given the genetic component of the disease. Most people believe that cryptorchid dogs should not be considered for breeding (breeding). Their father, male siblings and any male offspring have an increased chance even if they are not genetic carriers themselves.
2. Cryptorchidism can be detected by transabdominal ultrasound; in rare cases, a retained testicle can be manually massaged into the scrotum, which is more convenient and cheaper. But surgical repositioning of a retained testicle to the testicle within the scrotum is not considered ethical by veterinary professionals, or by reputable breeders. Additionally, artificially repositioned testicles carry the same increased risk of cancer as preserved testicles.

Precautions after cryptorchidism surgery in dogs

After cryptorchidism surgery, dogs will need some time to recover. It should be cultivated on a quiet, soft and thick mat, with pure water next to it so that they can drink water at any time. Pay attention to appropriate nutritional supplements. You can feed them nutritional paste, chicken soup, chicken breast and other nutritious foods. Its activity should be limited for one to two weeks until the surgical incision has healed and until the swelling has gone down.

Prognosis of Cryptorchidism Treatment in Dogs

Dogs with retained testicles have a much higher risk of developing testicular cancer than dogs with normally drooping testicles. In fact, malignant tumors occur in approximately 50 percent of undescended testicles—a tenfold increased risk of cancer compared to dogs with unreserved testicles. Surgical correction of cryptorchidism should include removal of both testicles, regardless of their location in the scrotum, inguinal canal, or abdomen. With this treatment and appropriate postoperative supportive care, the prognosis for affected dogs is excellent.