The Visual Guide to
Canine Reproduction
- Testis and Epididymis
- Scrotum
- Accessory Sex Glands
- Penis
- Prepuce
- Semen
- Breeding Soundness Evaluation
- Castration
Male Reproductive System: Castration

Surgical Preparation.
With the dog in dorsal recumbency under general anesthesia, the scrotum and surrounding area are clipped, scrubbed, and prepared for castration.
Prado TM (2013)

Positioned for Surgery.
The positioning of the dog in dorsal recumbency under general anesthesia, in preparation for surgical castration, is done on the tail gate of the truck in the field.
Prado TM (2013)

Positioned for Castration.
The dog has been placed in dorsal recumbency under general anesthesia in preparation for surgical castration on the farm. The surgeon is putting on sterile surgical gloves.
Prado TM (2013)