My 7-month-old Lab has red testicles and keeps licking them. Why?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 7 months and 17 days old | 75 lbs
I have 7 month old black Labrador, his testicles seem very red from this morning, there is no swelling neither local rise in temperature. No discharge but when touched he starts to lick the area. What is happening to him?
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Published on June 30th, 2017
Many dogs develop redness in the testicles, it's not always considered to be an issue but it could sometimes be a sign of infection or allergic reaction. you should monitor it for a few days, if the problem does not resolve you should probably get it checked by your vet. having him neutered will also solve the problem.
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Published on June 2nd, 2018
Poor Morty! His scrotum does look very inflamed, potentially secondary to a hot spot or superficial bacterial infection. If his actual testicles seem swollen this could be a sign of an infection or even a testicular torsion. I would recommend seeing your veterinarian- they can palpate the testicles and potentially prescribe medications to help. In the meantime I’d recommend using an e-collar to prevent him from causing further damage by licking.
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