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Post-neuter: Why is my dog's scrotum turning dark? Is it normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Toy Poodle | Male | neutered | 11 months and 3 days old | 13 lbs

My 11-month-old dog was neutered on Monday. It’s already Saturday, and I noticed that his scrotum is turning dark. Is that normal? Thank you.

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Answered By Juliana, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 23rd, 2018

The skin on the scrotum can change in texture and color slightly after a neuter as the skin is contracting and any post operative bruising is resolving. From what I can see in the pictures (thanks for attaching!) this looks within the normal range of what to expect! If the discoloration is progressing significantly , swelling is increasing etc. I would have a veterinarian evaluate Moki. Remember to prevent moki from licking the area. Hope he heals very quickly !

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    Answered By Lauren Jones VMD

    Veterinarian

    Published on April 20th, 2022

    Based on this picture, I wouldn't worry at all. The amount of bruising on Reuben's scrotum is normal for being just 6 days post-surgery. If the bruising spreads to the surrounding skin of his abdomen, that could be a sign of a blood clotting disorder and would warrant further evaluation. The fact that the bruising is contained exclusively to his scrotum looks perfectly fine. As bruises heal and the blood cells within the bruise break up, the coloration can change pretty dramatically. I hope that Reuben's recovery continues uneventfully!

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