My puppy has a balloon-like bump near his penis. Is it normal?

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• Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

  Veterinarian

  Published on August 16th, 2019

  It is likely you are seeing a swelling in Cloud's bulbous penis. This swelling will eventually go down on it's own. Its the structure in the penis that allows to 'lock' during mating. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

  

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• Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

  Veterinarian

  Published on August 14th, 2018

  What you may be seeing is Willo's bulbourethral glands. These are glands that swell when dogs get sexually excited, and sometimes when they urinate. It's a normal part of a dog's anatomy. I hope this helps!

  

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• Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

  Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

  Published on July 22nd, 2017

  From your description, it sounds like you are seeing the bulbourethral glands - these are two glands that look and feel like round, firm lumps on either side of the base of the penis. They tend to be especially noticeable when the dog is excited, and/or when the penis is erect. These are a normal part of his anatomy, and nothing to worry about :)
  
  If you want to make sure that this what you are seeing, you could always ask your vet to check the next time Olaf goes in for a visit.

  

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• Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

  Veterinarian

  Published on December 11th, 2016

  I'm wondering if what you were feeling was Tuck's bulbourethral glands. These are located between the penis and testicles, and become enlarged when the dog is aroused or excited. They will then disappear after those feelings have passed. It is a normal part of a dog's anatomy :-)

  

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