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Why is my dog's testicle not descended? What should I do about it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My chihuahua has one testical closer to his belly and on where it's supposed to be, what could it be?

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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 2nd, 2018

If the testicle is just under the skin on his belly he could have an undescended testicle. In puppies this can sometimes correct with age, but if he is 6 months or older it likely won’t drop anymore. The vet can surgically remove the testicle during a neuter surgery.

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