A: A mast cell tumor, or MCT, is the most common form of skin cancer in dogs. Mast cells are white blood cells designed to fight parasites and allergies. It's not clear why some of these immune cells ...

"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 ...

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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.

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Mast cell tumors are the most common tumors affecting skin in dogs, representing between 15 percent and 20 percent of all skin tumors. They represent 25 percent of all malignant canine skin cancers.

Explore causes, treatments, and prevention strategies for dog cysts. Reviewed by Jennifer Coates Tumors, growths, and cysts are common in dogs, particularly in older ones, and should be promptly ...

CHAMPAIGN — People are beginning to realize that dogs share a lot more with humans than just their homes and habits. Some spontaneously occurring cancers in dogs are genetically very similar to those ...

Luke Robinson walked 2,300 miles to find out why his beloved dog died of cancer. Nov. 5, 2012— -- Luke Robinson never liked dogs much until an ex-girlfriend offered him a puppy while he was ...