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Dr. Pippa Elliott BVMS, MRCVS

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Dr Pippa Elliott BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in companion animal practice. In 1987 she graduated from the University of Glasgow, with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She works at Blythwood Vets and the People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA). Pippa is an advocate of Fear-Free Practice, an animal addict, and a veterinary writer. She is also w...

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UPDATED: Jun 28, 2021Fact Checked
Cost of Treatment: $220 to $510

What it is: As the most common birth defect in male dog genitalia, cryptorchidism occurs when one or both testes do not descend into the scrotum. Dogs with this condition are 10 times more likely to develop testicular cancer.

Symptoms:

  • No symptoms in general
  • Acute abdominal pain can occur if the spermatic cord of the retained testes ends up twisted

Treatment:While there is no way to correct the condition, neutering is recommended due to the high rate of testicular cancer associated with cryptorchidism. Many dog insurance plans have wellness options that cover the cost of neutering your pet.

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Common Health Problems:

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Melanie Musson

Published Insurance Expert

Melanie Musson is the fourth generation in her family to work in the insurance industry. She grew up with insurance talk as part of her everyday conversation and has studied to gain an in-depth knowledge of state-specific car insurance laws and dynamics as well as a broad understanding of how insurance fits into every person’s life, from budgets to coverage levels. She also specializes in automa...

Published Insurance Expert

Dr. Pippa Elliott BVMS, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Dr Pippa Elliott BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in companion animal practice. In 1987 she graduated from the University of Glasgow, with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery. She works at Blythwood Vets and the People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA). Pippa is an advocate of Fear-Free Practice, an animal addict, and a veterinary writer. She is also w...

Veterinarian

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