Should I be concerned about the lump on my dogs 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 this?
A: You should take your dog to the vet as soon as you can as it could be cancerous. To put your mind at ease your veterinarian can perform a fine needle aspirate of the lump 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!
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Comments (2)
chetzi April 24, 2009 12:51 AM
my dog has a lump on her chest snd she seems to throw up like im really scared
BlakkCherri3 August 6, 2009 2:10 PM
My puppy is doing the same. Spitting up more and the lump is like it's hanging
annette December 16, 2009 6:03 PM
Flagmy yorkie has alump on her hip does not hurt to the touch, but she tends to chew on it, hair is missing in this area. any idea what it might be. otherwise she seems fine.
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