My 7-month-old male puppy has only one testicle. Is this normal?

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Hi, my chihuahua name is konan Brown and he is 7 months and he has one testicle and I want to know what's wrong with him .Thank u. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | 8 months and 27 days old | 2 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

It means Konan is a cryptorchid. One of his testicles hasn't descended. This can happen, but dogs with this condition should never be bred because it's genetic. I would have him neutered, and the vet can remove both testicles. I hope this helps!

My 7-month-old male puppy has only one testicle. Is this normal?

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