Does anyone know if the medication for dogs, Enalapril, for kidney disease causes a dog to be sterile?
Other medications are present and interact with the Enalapril. Your dog is allergic to the drug. However, there is no indication that Enalapril has any effect on fertility one way or other. Male Infertility in Dogs: What is infertility in male dogs? Generally, infertility in male dogs refers to diminished or absent fertility. It does not imply sterility. What causes infertility in male dogs? The causes of infertility in male dogs are divided into two main groups, congenital infertility and acquired infertility. Congenital infertility is caused by genetic (chromosomal) abnormalities; it is present at birth. Affected dogs cannot produce sperm. Acquired infertility develops during the dog’s lifetime. It has several causes: Incomplete ejaculation, usually occurs because the male dog (stud) is uncomfortable in the breeding situation, such as : Unfamiliar surroundings Slippery flooring Absence of a female dog in heat Presence of a dominant pet guardian or female dog Obstruction of the reprod
