Why are my dogs balls pink?

If your dog's balls are red, this can mean he has an infection. Do not try to treat an infection yourself. Get him to a vet. In addition to the probability of infection, a red scrotum can also be caused by an inflammation of the bladder, a scrotal hernia, or testicular torsion.
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What to do if your dog's balls are red?

You will likely be advised to apply cold packs to your dog's testicular area in order to ease swelling in the remaining testicle or testicles during immediate recovery. If swelling does not go down, you will need to return to the veterinarian for further treatment.
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What color should my dog's balls be?

Most dogs have testicles that are gray-colored. Depending on your pup's skin color, the hue might lean more towards pink or brown. Like any other part of the body, the skin color on the balls will vary based on their pigmentation. Some dogs also have fur that could make the color appear a certain way.
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Why are my dogs balls swollen and pink?

This can be caused by bacterial organisms, fungal organisms or viral organisms which find their way into the testicles. These infections can enter via the external environment, the urinary system or from the prostate. This is a twisting of the testicle on its spermatic cord.
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Can dogs balls get infected?

Male dogs infected with brucellosis develop epididymitis, an infection in part of the testicle. A dog with a newly acquired infection will often have an enlarged scrotum or an enlarged testicle and may have a skin rash on the scrotum. The dog may be infertile.
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Why is my dog licking his balls Raw?

Boredom, stress, irritation, infection or allergies can all cause licking. It is also possible he has an inflamed or infected anal gland. This condition is very painful and makes it difficult to defecate or even move.
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Why does my dog's balls look red?

If your dog's balls are red, this can mean he has an infection. Do not try to treat an infection yourself. Get him to a vet. In addition to the probability of infection, a red scrotum can also be caused by an inflammation of the bladder, a scrotal hernia, or testicular torsion.
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Why are my dogs balls turning purple?

Some dogs can have slightly purplish balls and it can be normal, but if they are very purple, it's not normal and it might be a sign of testicular torsion. in that case i would recommend to bring him to the vet ASAP.
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Is it normal for dogs balls to be red after neuter?

Bruising – Occasionally pets will experience some bruising of the scrotal area after neutering. This is thought to occur as a result of “seeping” of several microscopic blood vessels under the skin. This is more common in light colored pets, middle age and older pets and large breed dogs.
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Why are my pitbulls balls red?

What does that mean? He could have a contact dermatitis from coming into contact with a cleaner or soap or some other substance. I recommend getting him checked by your vet to determine the cause of the redness and get him treated if needed.
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Can humans get STDS from dogs?

Experts warn canine STD can spread to humans.
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What does infected neuter look like?

These will help answer the question “What does an infected neuter incision look like in dogs?” They include: Severe swelling at the incision site. Instead of diminishing you may notice that the area keeps swelling with time. The presence of pus which can be seen as a greenish or yellowish discharge.
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What should dog balls look like after neuter?

The scrotum is often swollen in the first few days after surgery, leading some people to wonder if the procedure was really performed. If the dog is immature at the time of neutering, the empty scrotum will flatten out as he grows. If he is mature at the time of neuter, the empty scrotum will remain as a flap of skin.
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Can dogs feel pain in their balls?

The symptoms of testicular torsion in dogs are what one might expect: Swelling and pain in the scrotum. Upon examination the scrotum may have wounds from a penetrating trauma, such as bite wounds. If your pet is noted to be licking this area frequently, an examination will likely reveal dermatitis.
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Why is my dog licking his private area so much?

In the dog world, a moderate degree of licking is part of normal grooming behavior. For example, a male or female dog may lick the genital area after urinating as a means of cleaning the area.
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Can a dog with one testicle be bred?

As the testicle is not visible it can be quite difficult to work out what the problem is. Dogs with both testicles retained are usually sterile (unable to father puppies). Those with one normal testicle can still be fertile, although the quality of their sperm is reduced.
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At what age do you neuter a dog?

Unless you plan to breed from your dog, he/she should be neutered at four to six months of age. Neutered male dogs tend to be less aggressive toward other dogs (especially other male dogs) and don't roam the neighborhood seeking out female dogs in heat.
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What is a neutered dog supposed to look like?

After neutering, a puppy's scrotum will flatten as he grows, and you won't notice it. Adults will always have a flap of skin from the empty scrotum. Typically, most dogs want to play hard the next day, but restrict his activity for a couple of days so the incision doesn't open.
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What is the best age to neuter a male dog?

The traditional age for neutering is six to nine months. However, puppies as young as eight weeks can be neutered as long as there aren't other health problems. An adult dog can be neutered at any time but there is a larger risk of complications.
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How do you tell if neutered dog is infected?

Signs of pain for longer than a week (shaking, hiding, drooling) Acute redness, swelling or bruising at the incision site. Bleeding or pus from the incision site. Vomiting or diarrhea longer than 24 hours after the procedure (some immediately after can be normal as a result of anesthesia)
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What should a healed neuter look like?

What a normal, healing incision looks like. There are key signs that indicate that your pup's incision is healing well, which include: Closed incision edges. Pinkish skin surrounding the incision edges (this is a normal part of the inflammation process)
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What happens if dog licks neuter wound?

Absolutely no licking of the incision area is allowed! If your pet is going to lick or begins to lick their incision, they need to wear an E-Collar (plastic cone) for 7-10 days after surgery. A pet can pull out stitches easily which can lead much more damage.
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What happens if you swallow dog saliva?

Dog saliva can contain infectious bacteria and harmful parasites, especially if they've just been eating rotten meat or killing rats. However, actually contracting something is exceedingly rare, and in most instances even if you swallow dog saliva you will be completely fine.
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Can I get sick from my dog licking me?

That's why one expert, Dr. Leni K. Kaplan, of Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine, told the Times that pet owners shouldn't let their dog kiss a person's mouth, nose, and eyes, through which certain pathogens, including salmonella and E. coli, can be transmitted.
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Can brucellosis in dogs be cured?

Sadly, there is no guaranteed cure for this infection in dogs. It is very difficult for antibiotics to effectively penetrate cells to eradicate the disease. Long-term doses of combinations of antibiotics have been tried, as well as neutering and isolation of infected dogs, but the infection often reappears.
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