![]() The inability to retract the penis (paraphimosis) often occurs when the dog has a small opening (orifice), and in many cases is a birth defect. If it occurs over a prolonged period, there could also be fluid accumulation in the tissues (edema) or swelling in the area. If the animal experiences problems retracting its penis into the sheath, you may notice it licking the exterior of its penis. Also, if the dog is having trouble urinating, it may be a sign of this medical disorder. The dog's inability to protrude its penis may go unnoticed until it tries to copulate with a female. If you would like to learn more about how phimosis and paraphimosis affect cats, please visit this page in the PetMD health library. ![]() Paraphimosis, on the other hand, refers to the dog's inability to retract its penis back in to the sheath.īoth of these medical conditions can occur in male dogs and cats, and at any age. ![]() Phimosis is a condition that causes a dog to be unable to protrude its penis from its outer orifice.
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