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Is my dog's enlarged prostate causing his leg and testicle to swell?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 8 years and 10 months old | 108 lbs

Is it medically possible for a dog to have an enlarged prostate that would cause one back leg and testicle swelling?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 12th, 2019

It is certainly possible. Prostatitis is very common in intact male dogs, especially GSD. The prostate enlargement may be benign but it may also be cancerous or a bacterial infection. The testicular and leg swelling is very concerning. ( https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/prostatic-disease-in-dogs )

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