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by PCW on 09 May 2010 - 23:05
All,
I have the opportunity to get a great pup, with great working lines. But the pup only has one testicle, other than not being breedable, are there any other drawbacks? I'm not a breeder, and really not wanting to go down that road. But I still have reservation.
pcw
I have the opportunity to get a great pup, with great working lines. But the pup only has one testicle, other than not being breedable, are there any other drawbacks? I'm not a breeder, and really not wanting to go down that road. But I still have reservation.
pcw
by BlackthornGSD on 09 May 2010 - 23:05
How old is the puppy?
If you want to do schutzhund, you probably should leave him with some testosterone. So, you will want to have the retained testicle either removed or surgically moved into place--leaving it retained for his entire life can be dangerous as there is an increased risk of cancer. That surgery can be a few hundred dollars. If you end up doing a full neuter surgery, then that will be somewhat more expensive than a normal neuter. If you call your vet, s/he could give you a pretty good estimate on the cost difference.
Those are the only negatives--shouldn't be bred and possible surgery costs.
If you want to do schutzhund, you probably should leave him with some testosterone. So, you will want to have the retained testicle either removed or surgically moved into place--leaving it retained for his entire life can be dangerous as there is an increased risk of cancer. That surgery can be a few hundred dollars. If you end up doing a full neuter surgery, then that will be somewhat more expensive than a normal neuter. If you call your vet, s/he could give you a pretty good estimate on the cost difference.
Those are the only negatives--shouldn't be bred and possible surgery costs.
by PCW on 10 May 2010 - 00:05
Pup is 16 weeks old. What do you mean by "leave him with some testosterone"?
pcw
pcw
by VomMarischal on 10 May 2010 - 01:05
She means leave the normal testicle.
by Prager on 10 May 2010 - 05:05
To BlackthornGSD I would add.
A lot of vets do not want to do it (remove just one undescended testicle) . Thus make sure that you vet understands what you want. You should not breed the dog but I would not neuter him (remove both testicles) since that is detrimental to the bone development and hormonal balance.
Prager Hans
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A lot of vets do not want to do it (remove just one undescended testicle) . Thus make sure that you vet understands what you want. You should not breed the dog but I would not neuter him (remove both testicles) since that is detrimental to the bone development and hormonal balance.
Prager Hans
http://www.alpinek9.com
by kimbailey on 10 May 2010 - 08:05
There is also still time for the other to drop so don't operate just yet! Also the increased risk of cancer is now thought to be incorrect, but yes if it doesn't descend and you have it removed make sure the vet really does understand and signs up to what you want - the removal of the undescended testicle not a full castration, unless you just want a pet in which case it won't matter, but let me fully physically mature first, so at least 2 years of age.
by PCW on 10 May 2010 - 22:05
Thanks to all for the reply's. I have decided to pass on this pup, to bad, great working lines.
pcw
pcw
by Rik on 11 May 2010 - 02:05
If you do not want to breed, there is no reason to pass on the pup, if he meets your needs.
I would expect a reduced price and as Blackthorn suggested, I would not neuter him (if ever) before he is fully mature Testosterone is what make a male a male, and the odds are that the undescended testicle will never be an issue.
Best,
Rik
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I would expect a reduced price and as Blackthorn suggested, I would not neuter him (if ever) before he is fully mature Testosterone is what make a male a male, and the odds are that the undescended testicle will never be an issue.
Best,
Rik
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by micheleambernick on 14 May 2010 - 10:05
I would not buy the pup. Hope it is not a breeder from Florida. He is famous for breeding and selling his males with one testicle. He sells DDR lines and sells most of his dogs online. He is a well known breeder in the Tampa Bay area,so stay away from him. He knows its in his lines ,but keeps breeding them anyways.I hate breeders ,like him. I thought breeding was better the German Shepherds not cause more problems, Good luck with your decision. I would go for a pup that has no problems from the start.
by apoArmani on 14 May 2010 - 10:05
Hi there,
There may-be a chance that the pup is NOT a cryptorchid; which would mean he is simply a monorchid and hence no surgery will be required.
Your vet will x-ray him and determin which of the two he is...or the breeder can certify from his vet (then not your expense) which of the two he is.
If he is a cryptorchid; then as stated above, you can remove, or there is a hormonal treatment (injectable) which if done at an early age can bring down the other testicle (speek to your vet)
Regards
There may-be a chance that the pup is NOT a cryptorchid; which would mean he is simply a monorchid and hence no surgery will be required.
Your vet will x-ray him and determin which of the two he is...or the breeder can certify from his vet (then not your expense) which of the two he is.
If he is a cryptorchid; then as stated above, you can remove, or there is a hormonal treatment (injectable) which if done at an early age can bring down the other testicle (speek to your vet)
Regards
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