12/05/2026
Meet MJ the goat 🐐💙
MJ recently visited us at Kilcoy Vet Practice for his castration cryptorchid procedure, and he was an absolute legend throughout his stay! Dr Kevin and the team were excited for MJ and made sure he was comfortable from admission through to recovery.
What is a Cryptorchid you may be asking? It is when one or both testicles that haven’t descended into the sc***um as they normally should. Instead of being in the sc***um, the retained testicle can be located in the abdomen or the groin area. Because the testicle is not in the usual position, a standard castration isn’t possible. Therefore, the surgery is more complex as it is necessary to locate and remove the retained testicle.
It’s important to treat cryptorchid animals because retained testicles can lead to health problems such as a higher risk of tumours/cancers and unwanted hormone-driven behaviours. Once removed, the animal can live a healthier and more comfortable life.
On the photos you can see how small the retained testicle is. Normally it is larger than the palm of your hand.
If you have any questions about procedures like this or your animal’s health, feel free to get in touch with our team!
Great job, MJ you were a superstar! ✨