Considering buying an 8 m/o male with ONE testicle - YorkieTalk.com Forums

inline4 · 03-15-2009, 12:45 PM

Hello all:

My wife wants a male Yorkie so that Bella can have a playmate her own size.
We found one in our local classifieds that is 8 m/o at a good price.
The "downside" to the little fella is that he has only one testicle

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The breeder that is selling him just found out about his condition, thus the for sale ad.
We are not breeders and are just curious if his condition could have any long-term effects on him.
We appreciate any info you more experienced Yorkie owners can offer.
Btw, I guess I need to update my avatar.

Bella is full grown at 3.4lbs now.
Thanks,
Jim

MyFairLacy · 03-15-2009, 12:49 PM

it's a must that he be neutered because cryptorchid dogs have a large risk for testicular cancer. And the condition is genetic. Other than that he ought to be no different than any other male puppy. His neuter will be a little more invasive and probably cost more but that's it

megansmomma · 03-15-2009, 12:59 PM

My Bogey had also had this condition when I got him. The problem with him was that the shelter thought he had used for breeding

On the upside, his testicles were not too deep into his pelvis and his neuter was not any more invasive or expensive to have done. He is perfectly healthy and happy now that he is with us. Good luck on your possible new addition to the family.

inline4 · 03-15-2009, 02:21 PM

Thanks for your replies. I believe we will go ahead and get the little guy.
Of course we have considered getting another baby Yorkie, but we also have two very rambunctious Miniature Dachshunds the oldest of which just turned 1 y/o today. He is such a heathen!

SassyAnn101 · 03-15-2009, 03:59 PM

My Chip only had one when I got him. They had to cut him twice when they did the neuter. It was a little more invasive and expensive, but he did just fine, and is my little angle today!

sandyapk · 03-15-2009, 05:22 PM

You can name him Lance Armstrong! Sorry I couldn't resist.

shannonroselive · 03-15-2009, 05:27 PM

Wow, seems to me the neuter would be HALF price instead of more. I say get the lil guy and enjoy!

inline4 · 03-16-2009, 10:44 AM

Well I brought the little guy home today. So far he seems to really like it here, well except maybe for Gretchen's (wire-haired dachsy) harassment of him.

My wife wants to call him Beau, so now we have Beau and Bella.
I've only been able to get one decent pic of him. Of course that pic will be in the appropriate section.
He gets to see the vet on Wednesday to make an appointment to get him "balanced."

bildio · 03-16-2009, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by inline4

Well I brought the little guy home today. So far he seems to really like it here, well except maybe for Gretchen's (wire-haired dachsy) harassment of him.

My wife wants to call him Beau, so now we have Beau and Bella.
I've only been able to get one decent pic of him. Of course that pic will be in the appropriate section.
He gets to see the vet on Wednesday to make an appointment to get him "balanced."

03-15-2009, 12:45 PM	#1
inline4 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Memphis Area Posts: 26	Considering buying an 8 m/o male with ONE testicle Hello all: My wife wants a male Yorkie so that Bella can have a playmate her own size. We found one in our local classifieds that is 8 m/o at a good price. The "downside" to the little fella is that he has only one testicle. The breeder that is selling him just found out about his condition, thus the for sale ad. We are not breeders and are just curious if his condition could have any long-term effects on him. We appreciate any info you more experienced Yorkie owners can offer. Btw, I guess I need to update my avatar. Bella is full grown at 3.4lbs now. Thanks, Jim

03-15-2009, 12:49 PM	#2
MyFairLacy Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 11,003	it's a must that he be neutered because cryptorchid dogs have a large risk for testicular cancer. And the condition is genetic. Other than that he ought to be no different than any other male puppy. His neuter will be a little more invasive and probably cost more but that's it __________________ ~Magnifique Yorkies~ Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs. Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.

03-15-2009, 12:59 PM	#3
megansmomma Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: S. W. Suburbs of Chicago, IL Posts: 12,235	My Bogey had also had this condition when I got him. The problem with him was that the shelter thought he had used for breeding On the upside, his testicles were not too deep into his pelvis and his neuter was not any more invasive or expensive to have done. He is perfectly healthy and happy now that he is with us. Good luck on your possible new addition to the family. __________________ “Never argue with a fool, onlookers may not be able to tell the difference.” Mark Twain

03-15-2009, 03:59 PM	#5
SassyAnn101 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tennessee Posts: 647	My Chip only had one when I got him. They had to cut him twice when they did the neuter. It was a little more invasive and expensive, but he did just fine, and is my little angle today! __________________ My Gang: Tanner,Trouble, Chip, Gus, Pee Wee,Haley, Razzle, & Pixie Rest In Peace My Sweet Gizmo & My Pretty Pretty Princess Tenci

03-15-2009, 02:21 PM	#4
inline4 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Memphis Area Posts: 26	Thanks for your replies. I believe we will go ahead and get the little guy. Of course we have considered getting another baby Yorkie, but we also have two very rambunctious Miniature Dachshunds the oldest of which just turned 1 y/o today. He is such a heathen!

03-15-2009, 05:22 PM	#6
sandyapk Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: at home Posts: 515	You can name him Lance Armstrong! Sorry I couldn't resist.

03-15-2009, 05:27 PM	#7
shannonroselive Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Where ever the wind blows! Posts: 612	Wow, seems to me the neuter would be HALF price instead of more. I say get the lil guy and enjoy!

03-16-2009, 10:44 AM	#8
inline4 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Memphis Area Posts: 26	Well I brought the little guy home today. So far he seems to really like it here, well except maybe for Gretchen's (wire-haired dachsy) harassment of him. My wife wants to call him Beau, so now we have Beau and Bella. I've only been able to get one decent pic of him. Of course that pic will be in the appropriate section. He gets to see the vet on Wednesday to make an appointment to get him "balanced."