(Continued from last week)
You may recall that we were discussing the features to which special attention must be paid when we are purchasing or adopting a young puppy. We ended up by referring to some aspects of the physical examination. Let’s continue in this vein.
Physical examination of the male puppy
In addition to all that we mentioned in the last few columns, we must now specifically examine the reproduction organs of the male puppy.
Firstly, push the foreskin (prepuce) back to confirm that it slides back and forth easily. Adhesions between the prepuce and the head of the penis, as well as strictures of the foreskin, require veterinary attention. Both testicles should be present in the scrotum. A dog with an undescended testicle cannot be exhibited at pet shows and should not be
