Lump and redness on testicles

Hi I’m worried about my 9 month old French bulldog we are taking him to be neutered the end of the month but does this look normal he has a lump on one and they are kind of red. Any help appreciated

Hello - it's hard to tell from this angle.  The testicles are normally one in front of the other but they should each feel the same to the touch.  A normal testicle has an extra part-lump on the back known as the epididymis, which represents the junction where the sperm duct joins the 'ball.'  It can be surprisingly prominent in some dogs.  However, if the testicles or epididymii differ in size from each other, or one feels harder or hotter or more painful than the other, then it is definitely a cause for concern.  As to a pinker colour, this might suggest problems or may simply be a sign of superficial inflammation eg allergy or self-licking or mild inflammation of the skin. Obviously, your vet can get closer than I can; they will have palpated many testicles and should be able to reassure you or instigate more tests very quickly.  We would therefore reccommend booking an appointment.

Of course, it is possible to see epididititis (inflamed epididimis) on both sides, for a range of reasons from cancer to inflammation to infection.   So if you have noticed a growth or change in one or both sides, a check-up would be reccommended.