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Retained Testicle (Cryptorchidism) in Dogs

Cryptorchidism means one or both testes fail to descend normally.

Cryptorchidism means one or both testes fail to descend normally. Retained testes carry health risks, and veterinary management commonly involves removal.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.

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