Expert: English Bulldogs ( Marie ) e-mail me at mpmaltese@gmail.com - 11/24/2009

Question
just wondering we have noticed that our bulldogs testicles are looking very swollen and have a couple of scabs on them is this a common thing with this breed hope to hear from you soon.

Answer
Hi - Yes, it the testicles are swollen, please see the vet.
There is a concern for :
Brucellosis - Your vet can do a blood test to determine the diagnosis.

SEE this site for more info:
Please see the vet ASAP..
Good luck guys!

Source - brucellosis
http://www.bullwrinkle.com/Assets/Health%20Topics/Brucellosis.htm


There can be inflammation of the prostate gland as well as swelling of the testicles. In some cases there can be atrophy (shrinking) of the testicles after the initial swelling occurs.  Lesions can also occur due to the dog licking the painful areas.  

Treatment of Brucellosis:

The disease can be very resistant to treatment. Treatment is usually a combination of minocycline and streptomycin and is thought to be the most effective albeit the most expensive. Tetracycline can be substituted for the minocycline to reduce the cost, but will lower the effectiveness of the treatment. All infected animals should be considered carriers for life.