Tumors develop when cells in the body grow uncontrollably. Finding a tumor on your dog can be very frightening, but they are not always detrimental — some are benign, while others are malignant.
Intestinal tumor in dogs happens when a tumor forms in the intestinal tract or stomach. Thankfully, the tumor is usually benign. Generally, older and middle-aged dogs develop the condition the most.
Q: I recently adopted Rosie, a greyhound who is mostly white. Earlier this summer, she was out in the sun too long and got ...
"My Labrador has a tumor on his spleen. Should it be removed? Should the spleen also be removed?" A: Each dog's case is different, and you will need to discuss this with your regular veterinarian, as ...
Benign laryngeal tumors are noncancerous growths in the throat. This type of tumor does not usually spread. Treatment usually involves removing the growth. Benign laryngeal tumors affect both males ...
Just like humans, as dogs age, it’s not uncommon for lumps, bumps and masses to appear on their body. While many of these lumps and bumps are harmless growths and considered benign, others could be ...
In dogs, mast cell tumors are the most common malignant skin tumors, accounting for approximately 16–21% of all skin cancers. These tumors can appear anywhere on the body but are most frequently found ...
Canine hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s disease) is a common endocrine disorder caused by chronic excessive cortisol production. About 80-85% of cases are pituitary-dependent (PDH), while 15-20% are ...