Should I be concerned about the lump on my dogs chest?

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Should I be worried about the lump on my dog's chest?

Q: Our Yorkie has a soft mass on his chest. A doctor friend said it is probably a non-cancerous fatty tumor. Should we be concerned about the lump on our dog's chest?

A: You should take your dog to the vet as soon as you can, as the lump on your dog's chest could be cancerous. To put your mind at ease, your veterinarian can perform a fine needle aspirate of the lump on your dog's chest right in the exam room. This is quick and easy and doesn't require sedation. A slide of the cells from the lump can be sent to a pathologist who can give you an answer!

Dr. Lauren Brickman Dr. Brickman started as a veterinary technician at Garden City Park in 1997 and went on to…

Filed Under: Diseases, Health & Home, Dog & Cat Breeds, Dog Breeds
Tags: Dogs, Yorkshire Terrier, cancerous, canine health, concerned owner, dog examination, dog lump, Medical Condition

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