Mast Cell Tumors In Dogs Treatment Options, Now What, Part 2 Vlog 64

In part two, Dr Sue covers what tests your dog with mast cell tumor she recommends and how we treat them including:
- surgery
-radiation
-chemotherapy
Be sure to check out this video on chemotherapy myths and misconceptions: • Chemotherapy Myths & M...
And check part one here • Your Dog has a Mast Ce...
Thanks for watching! #kickcancersbutt

[@SilverStrumer]

Popular KZbin dog Mishka The Talking Husky suffered from a mast cell tumor. This is why I'm fascinated by this video.

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Glad this is helpful and sorry to hear about Miska. Here are 2 more recent vlogs: * Does Your Dog Have A Mast Cell Tumor? Here's What You Need To Know VLOG 128 kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3qbgXqcja9qqNE * Why I’m Excited For This New Stelfonta Mast Cell Tumor Treatment Plus More Updates: VLOG 129 kzbin.info/www/bejne/bajZhWScncd9e9k

[@phylliskato3377]

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[@megang9937]

Thank you so much for these videos! My 4 year old Boston pit was diagnosed 2 days ago with a 1cm MCT on her chest. She had surgery today and the vet took huge margins. They told me legally they can’t say if the prognosis is good or that they are hopeful until they get the biopsy back in 1-2 weeks. I’m in my 20’s and I’m terrified. Your videos have helped a lot to reassure me and give me hope! Thank you!!!

[@dm9860]

Nice video, u have already helped by making these videos... Unfortunately I didn't know about you and stelfonta when my dog first got cancer... she died before i found you online. You have to get all the other veterinarians on board with you and stelfonta, they need to know that you exist and that bringing their dog to you is an option and most likely the best choice.. this way, my dog didn't die for nothing.❤️🐾🐾❤️

[@AKSTEVE1111]

My Pup Was just Diagnosed with a Mast Cell Tumor, He is my everything. I don't have the funds to pay for surgery I barely can buy the short term Pain and Pepcid meds. I am somewhat keeping him stable. I know it is serious and I am just hart broken. I live in Alaska, He is a Husky I rescued... I am not doing a very good job now but. If ANYONE knows of some one in Alaska I can turn to, I would be forever in debt. Thank you DR. Sue you are the one to #kickcancersbutt

[@margaret-annwood5727]

My 7 year old Boston Terrier was just diagnosed with two Mast Cell tumors . One I did see, the other I did not see. The Vet actually found it. Thankfully they were low grade. She has had her surgery. Everything Dr Sue said in these two videos is exactly how my dog was treated for her tumors! I wish I found this before I had sleepless nights worrying about Honi!! She’s fine now.

[@armandomelo8322]

I also had a 7 year old Boston Terrier that I spent $3000 on had to put her down a month after all the diagnosis and surgeries. Worst time in our Families life. She is cremated and sitting in our China cabinet. Our 11 year old Boston has a mass cell tumor removed and another one building up I hope I don't do the same mistake and drain the bank account to be heart broken

[@sardar_gurjot]

​@@armandomelo8322 how's your other dog? Mine has been developing the tumor for last three years, she's 9 years old and already had two surgeries for the tumor removal. It reoccurred.

[@sardar_gurjot]

​​@@armandomelo8322 what did you do with the other dog? Please reply

[@Swizylstik]

I'm so glad I came across your Mast Cell Tumor videos! I'm taking my pug in to see an oncologist tomorrow and we are at the very early stages of figuring all this out. It is so generous of you to take the time to make these video and it is a great relief to have so much information going in! Thank you!

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Thank you for such a sweet comment! I truly appreciate it! Good luck to your pug! xo

[@luvpugz9659]

Unfortunately when a person doesn’t have the funds to treat this cancer we watch it grow , put tarps and towels down everywhere to catch the blood because the tumors never heal and give her as much love as possible .

[@licowgirl111]

Thank you for so much information!!! Please pray for our English Bulldog Milly who we rescued only 7 months ago. She will begin chemo tomorrow. Mast cell tumor is on her eyebrow location and very agitated. Milly is only going to be 4 years old. We pray for a great outcome. She’s such a good girl. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@wubbie2002]

I only have a canine oncologist, but every bump, no matter what is operated it is done by an Oncologist Surgeon. I was having benign bumps taken off, and like I always give massages the night before surgery, I did a massage. There was a fleck, less than a quarter the size of an m&m, I marked it, and the next morning when taking her into the canine oncologist, I mentioned it to the assistant of the surgeon. He was unsure because it was, just a fleck. Later we went to pick her up and everything was wonderful; except for the fleck of a mast cell cancer. They took it off with large margins, and they said they believed they got it all, but were sending a panel to Michigan State, to do the work up. Between the surgery and the panel coming back I watched every single video on mast cell I could get my hands on, I want to thank you for all of yours, we went into her oncologist meeting prepared. We asked the right questions, and I think she was impressed with our information. We lost our boxer many years ago to mast cell, that was not going to happen again. We were tricked into believing an ordinary vet told us to watch and wait, we did and we lost her. Her information told us she was rated a high, also she was to be given Palladia, thank God for that new drug! She is tolerating it excellently. If we have to have her on it for years, we will gladly pay for the drugs to do so. If a vet will not aspirate or is not knowledgeable with canine cancer, find a canine oncologist. I forgot to mention my baby Talisker the French Bulldog, who is precious to me, I pray everyday that people that can’t afford this to find a way, or look into Care Credit. Bless you Dr. Sue Cancer Vet, you kept us sane and prepared, to do what needed to be done. We are kicking cancer’s butt!

[@mobiusveterinaryservices3405]

Mast cell tumors are so common in vet med. This is good info. Thanks again Dr Sue!

[@DrSueCancerVet]

They are! But they definitely vary from dog to dog. As I say, one size does not fit all.Thanks for watching. Much appreciated! xo

[@user-xx7pg3vw9k]

Old cell lines of vaccines. Canine cancer is rampant today.

[@batkat0]

​@@user-xx7pg3vw9k I also blame vaccines for everything. Like I fell down the stairs because I was texting and not paying attention and I'm pretty sure that's because of the mercury in the vaccines ❤️🙏

[@Ballooner]

My staffy has just been diagnosed. In 2018 a different vet said they were histiocytomas and so they were left to grow for three years!! Needless to say I am at a different vet now. I have been in bits all day over it and your videos have been the first moment of relief I've had. Thank you for making them.

[@hannahpahos5608]

How is your dog doing now?

[@srogers5489]

Please start doing videos again! I find your information so helpful! I have 2 dogs now that have been diagnosed with cancer, and you have helped me so much! I am also a vet tech, and all your information gets passed onto the clients! Thank you for all you do! I really appreciate you!

[@susiepingleton3614]

My precious dog is 14. She has a lot of tumors. I know she is going to pass as it is time! I will not be robbed by tests and procedures. I will not put her through this! She has had a wonderful life. Never was sick. Had her shots at county place for $25. I am going to miss my rescue baby. I have had her 13 years!!

[@ldarenb5]

My dog was just diagnosed... spent $3500 already on 2 surgeries and now he needs chemo. Praying that Palladia helps... 🥺🙏

[@JohnWong1914]

Thank you Dr. Sue. Very helpful information. We’re bringing our 9 year old Boxer female to our surgeon consult; it’s her second incident of mast cell tumor. Her first was two years ago. Your information has helped us with a better understanding and enabled us to ask smarter questions.

[@DrSueCancerVet]

I’m so happy I can help your Boxer! ❤️

[@bseroy1109]

Tremendous videos, thank you so much -- we discovered a small pee sized mast cell tumor on my 4 year old GSD's ear today, she is getting surgery Friday. Frustrated and very sad she's losing part of her ear, but it appears we caught it early, so I'm feeling somewhat hopeful. Hoping for the best on her biopsy. Great channel, keep up the good work.

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Thank you so much for the support and feedback! Good job finding the mass when it is small. I hope her surgery goes well and the biopsy has good results!

[@jackieadams1061]

Thank you for taking the time to make these videos. I understand much more about mast cell tumors, what to expect and surgery to remove it. My dog Bella and I are grateful for you!

[@DK-yk5mb]

I hope my dog doesn’t die😢😢😭😭

[@plinko5737]

Really complicated tumors. This really helped explain the treatment options well. We know some dogs who have not needed chemo after surgery but others that did get. This helps me understand why. Thanks Dr Sue!

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Thanks! So glad you found it helpful and thanks for watching!

[@marikiemarie7622]

Pet insurance did nothing. I was quoted 1000 to remove a pyometra. After I said I had insurance... it was $989.

[@angelapiniones3927]

We just found out our dog has grade II mast cell tumor on his foot at the end of last month. We have an appointment with an oncologist this week. This video has been very helpful! Thank you

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Great to hear that you are seeing an oncologist, and so glad you found this video helpful. Check out the MCT playlist and many other vlogs have MCT patients in them. (I usually have MCT in the title if you are looking for more dogs with MCT.) #KickCancersButt

[@angelapiniones3927]

Dr Sue Cancer Vet thank you I’ll definitely be checking out those other videos. Thank you for sharing what you know to viewers.

[@DrSueCancerVet]

@@angelapiniones3927 Great!! And please subscribe too! xo

[@jorgemacias6966]

Angela Piniones any updates on your dog?

[@estevangonzalez2744]

Dr Sue, first of all thank you so much for taking the time to do this videos, they are so helpful. You are an awesome doctor. I have a 14 year old goldendoodle that was diagnosed with a mast cell tumor on her back. I will like to get it removed. What are your recommendations about a 14 year old dog tolerating general anesthesia? I know you probably feel uncomfortable giving recommendations on line, but I just would like to know your general opinion. Again, thanks a million. Estevan.

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Thank you for the kind words. Not everyone has been so nice recently. In general as long as your vet gives the OK and blood work and urine tests are ok I am ok with senior pets getting anesthesia but we must consider all the health conditions on an individual basis. Most on my patients are senior pets and do well.

[@nick.4.]

thank you so much for covering this! im going to see the oncologist soon, wish us luck!

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Will do! I recommend you record the consult. Did you watch this video? kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4rUZmaJbKqDkLc

[@DrSueCancerVet]

and this one too! :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJW4kp5_nrdjbNk

[@timy.4818]

Our 9 year old shepherd lab mix just got diagnosed with a cancerous tumor on her left wrist this morning. We are seeking surgery at MedVet per recommendation from our vet.

[@laurenolmstead6499]

Hi Dr. Sue, My sweet 10.5 year old Siberian Husky was just diagnosed with mast cell neoplasia. Upon veterinarian examination and scans, they found her lymph node at the top of her left rear leg was about the size of a baseball and her liver & spleen appeared swollen. They gave us a prescription on the day of the testing for Gabapentin which we gave to her that night. On Friday, we got the official diagnosis and a prescription for Prednisone. She was also so lethargic and weak that we decided to schedule to say goodbye to her this past Monday. On Sunday, I wanted to see how she was off of the Gabapentin because she had seemingly become worse since being on it. Sure enough, she was back to wagging her tail, asking to go for her walk and running to go outside. We went from mourning all weekend long to having everything mostly back to normal (she's was and still is picky about what she'll eat). My question is, where do we go from here? We have been looking into holistic supplements but wonder what else we could do for her (without spending a fortune taking her to multiple doctors/oncologists). Any advice or information you can provide would be so very appreciated. Thank you for your time.

[@laurenolmstead6499]

I also forgot to mention that the baseball sized lymphnode at the top of her leg ruptured last Thursday and the vet provided an antibiotic and solution to keep it clean.

[@Sarvago]

Thx for providing us with information. Keep up the great work!

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Thanks for watching!

[@miss.livrose9657]

HI Dr. Sue! I'm sending you & yours a GIANT Shout-Out from SoFla! New to your VLOGS but not to your highly spoken name & anything Canine or Equine.....studied Paramedical Derm on us human folk but you are such an AMAZING "Inspo" for greater education and giving me the thirst for hitting the books again but this time in the 4- legged way!!! Just wanted to send some love and say THANK YOU for taking the time -as my family & friends look and take notes on your advice -this time; as I know you are so UTD on any or all new Rx or treat. plans w/ Oncology -I'm trying to help my parents w/ a MCT in their 6yr old mixed rescue (looks kinda like a Westie mix or Cairn -sp? terrier mix, I joke that she's part racoon, croc/gator hybrid since she and her bros&sisters were found by my Father & Miami-Dade County by an Air field near the Everglades, waaay deep South Miami) She's (Chloe) such a doll though, her story is of course on the super tragic end & what nightmares are made of- animal cruelty- Yikes - (I'll spare ya the 'deets') However, just a HUGE THANK YOU again & sending High-5's to YOU & YOUR FAB TEAM & let ya know ya'll are the real ROCK STARS!!! Thanks for all you do for our Fur-BABES!!! Missy in Lauderdale.

[@mc_va]

Ok, now I'm MAD, my 9 year old dog had a mast cell tumor removed recently (no aspiration before) biopsy results said: mast cell tumor HIGH GRADE (little differentiation on Kiupel classification) and GRADE III on Patniak classification. Vet said to come back in 3 months to check on internal organs or any regrowth. He DID NOT gave my dog ANY CHEMO! If I'm understanding correctly according to this video, my dog had to have chemo after surgery and not this passive attitude of "wait and see". Now my doggy has new growth on her chest and near her armpit and also on the surgery incision. I'm sad and angry, I feel helpless that I was not informed of any of these. Thank you for such valuable information presented in this clear and concise manner. I just hope my beautiful dog will live despite all odd against her 😔 Sorry for bad english, it's my second language. I don't live in the U.S.

[@mc_va]

Now I have to do an x-ray and then another surgery and chemo. mitotic figures an average of 8 out of 10 high-power fields (400x, 2.7 mm(2) with atypical figure presence.

[@mc_va]

What are my real options? What can I do? Do I fight this? Or do palliative care only? Please help, please.

[@mc_va]

@Dr Sue Cancer Vet any advice you could give me will bring me peace, where I live there are no veterinary oncologist. I just want to do what's best for my precious doggy.

[@bonnechance7]

My dog had a huge mast cell tumor that grew in days! The vet aspirated and found cancer cells. They couldn’t remove the tumor due its size size so they suggested amputation. Her tumor was on her rear leg. I went to two vets for second opinions and all of them suggested amputation. Yesterday she had her surgery. It went well but im still in shock she had to be amputated but it grew so much in less than two weeks. It was oozing and basically looked so infected. I hope i made the right choice for her. The vet is sending her mass to pathology. Thanks for your informative videos.

[@doloresunwin5991]

That is so shocking. How is she doing now? And you? I hope you’re both ok.

[@bonnechance7]

@@doloresunwin5991 they had to amputate her leg. She’s doing so well now thanks for asking

[@user-xg9ux9zc6s]

Hi Dr. Sue, I hope this comment finds you and all you love well. We had a needle aspirant done while taking my pup to the vet after being attacked by hornets… I pointed out the lump because I had mentioned it to the other vet we use -twice over the past year- (I had a suspicion something was wrong because it grew in size and then shrunk), but was told it was nothing… it was never tested… anyways, this vet tested it and said there’s mast cells…😢… I have an appointment scheduled with an oncologist about 3 hours away (one that was recommended by his neurologist…Bodhi also has canine idiopathic epilepsy), but they cannot see us until 9/28 because they’re short staffed…we’re on the cancellation list. I just heard of another oncologist closer to us that I will call when they open tomorrow. His mass is about 2cm in size … it used to be white and is pink, red and purple. If we have gone this long without being treated… are the odds against us? Do you have experience with dogs with mast cells and epilepsy, and if so, how have they done with treatment? He is a 6 year old, 94lb. Mastiff - Australian Shepard mix. He is my world and I’m so scared. We just switched to a diet of boiled chicken, Dr. Harvey’s paradigm with supplements (krill and salmon oil, Mct oil, flaxseed oil, green tea, vitamin D, melatonin, vitamin E, bone broth, bisglycinate, magnesium, dandelion root). Thank you for your time, love and energy. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and wisdom with us.

[@catherinezuniga2017]

Thank you, information is the only route to understanding

[@bornontherimofchaos]

My dog was just diagnosed with mast cancer. She is a small terrier but 9 years old. Low grade. Still shaking on the diagnosis.

[@jnicestork6590]

My five year old Blue Staffordshire Terrier and Sharpei has been diagnosed with his second mast cell tumor, this time on his face right by his nose. He is currently on antibiotics and Prednisone, hoping to shrink the tumor, which came up very quickly over July 4th weekend. He is scheduled for surgery on 7/20, but I saw your video on Stelfonta, and I am going to talk to the vet about that option. Thanks so much for offering alternatives!

[@jaygee1858]

How is your dog doing now ? My dog was diagnosed with a mast cell tumor on the bridge of his nose . We currently are waiting for the surgeon to get back to us as our vet doesn’t know if it can be removed .

[@jnicestork6590]

@@jaygee1858 The lesion was not a mast cell this time but chronic inflammation, thankfully. He recovered very well from the surgery in 2021. The margins were clean and it was low grade, so no further treatment was needed. Did you hear from the surgeon about your dog’s situation? Prayers for a good outcome like we had.

[@jaygee1858]

@@jnicestork6590 Thanks for responding ! It’s been a stressful weekend . The surgeon got back to us and it’s a go for removal . Surgery in the next few weeks pending scheduling and blood work .

[@jnicestork6590]

@@jaygee1858 Please let me know the results. I pray you will get good news, too, after the surgery 🙏🏼

[@carolhinkle3473]

Thank you. It’s good to know as much as possible.

[@lisalisa13green]

I just saw someone in a cancer group that had their dog’s cancer missed with 5 FNA. She kept going back, because she knew something was wrong. She now says she will demand a punch biopsy on any future dogs with a lump.

[@CosmicWifey]

Yes thank you for taking the time to make these videos , my dog is 6 years old boxer /pit Has a grade 3 mass And it’s going to be 8 more days before I can get him in to an oncologist. Everywhere is booked where I live . And 8 days seems so far away. so I’m trying to educate myself as much As possible his mass is growing at a rate that is alarming and I’m so scared .. thank you for taking the time to make these informative videos

[@DrSueCancerVet]

I know 8 days seems like an eternity but that is a very reasonable time. Hang in there. Hugs to you both xoxo. Glad the videos are helping you during the waiting. xo

[@CosmicWifey]

Dr Sue Cancer Vet thank you , thank you so much the first vet we had a bad experience. He was really mean And he did the first surgery . he thought he had an abscess we didn’t know it was cancer , now his leg is swollen and has massive swelling all over on the lower half of his body from his tummy to his tush .

[@tamarasimon1703]

My baby 7yr is haveing mass surgery that in 4 yrs is 3lbs i fought 😢 4 veterinarian's who did not want to remove it when small.. I received call to say there going to try debulking the mass.. it may not be able to remove all. And I may have to return or other option is amputation..

[@georgelowe8583]

Will add my comments after our surgery on 9/7/23 when MsMaggie has hers.

[@joekelsey6376]

Thanks for the video, just found out our dog has stage 3 mast cancer. Going to the cancer vet in a week.

[@russiandollcreations7388]

My doctor doesn’t want the aspirate done! He just wants it removed and we don’t even know if it’s benign or not. I’m so upset! He’s a great doctor but I want to avoid surgery!!!!

[@kerryheuter6195]

Great video! Lots of useful information.

[@DrSueCancerVet]

thank you!!!

[@jobarbarino5701]

Thank you so much for these videos!

[@adamrydberg3895]

Thanks so much for this video. I’ve seen 2 different vets and they both gave me barely any of this information

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Glad it was helpful! 💜

[@allaboutmusic8885]

Thank you so much, you have brought me hope for my Max he just had ultrasound and a biopsy find needle. We are waiting for the results to come in to see what kind of tumor that is

[@alwayslearningthankyou2708]

Thank You! Going through this right now.

[@rainbowsparkles6963]

My yellow lab is my world and I just found what looks like a mast cell tumor on the inside of her leg 😭 She is 7 and will be 8 in July. I'm terrified

[@elizabethorourke7737]

Thank you for posting this video! My 10 year old pit/lab mix had a Mast Cell Tumor removed yesterday. The tumor grew to about golf ball sized over less than 2 weeks. Does the rapid growth of the tumor indicate that this could possibly be a more aggressive mast cell tumor? If the this ends up being a type 2 or 3 mast cell tumor where chemo is recommended, are there any other treatment options available for families that can't afford the treatment costs associated with chemotherapy? Thank you.

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Elizabeth, I am so sorry I missed your comment. :( As I talk about in this video, steroids are an option for some dogs with non-surgical MCT, but please talk to your veterinarian 1st. I also recently added 2 videos about steroids and discuss its use for MCT. Here is part one kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIWkl6qMlqd_a9k

[@koolrider45]

My do is a a pitbull just diagnosed with mast tumor Don't have funds for surgery the vet her on Benadryl they're very small we're trying to keep her stable

[@WendyHolcomb]

For dogs who have had a mast cell tumor removed, would you recommend giving them Benadryl for the rest of their lives? If so, what would be that dosage?

[@xKmotx]

Thank you for making these amazing and informative videos! My Beagle has a walnut sized lump on her vulva, and it was aspirated but the results were not definitive. We are going to get a biopsy done at an oncology clinic next week. I am concerned that the area is so sensitive that surgery would not be possible. She has a heart murmur also, so multiple radiation treatments under anesthesia would probably not be possible for her either. I guess that leaves chemo. I am so worried for her. :(

[@DrSueCancerVet]

I am so glad you find these helpful. I would try to consult with a cancer specialist and a surgeon too to best see what the options are. And a heart murmur does not automatically mean radiation is not an option. You just need someone to evaluate your Beagle in person but I am so glad to give you an overview. Good luck!! #KickCancersButt

[@xKmotx]

@@DrSueCancerVet Thank you kindly Dr. Sue.

[@rachelbenavides3725]

My Gorda broke her wrist. She has it very swollen and broken. The Vet said that she has cancer. He took did an aspiration and told us that. I don’t have much money cause I’m on Social Security. Is there anything natural I could buy to help her. I love her so much I don’t want her to die.

[@bonnieramirez8643]

I have a chiweenie he is a rescue from the streets. He had a Mast Cell tumor removed 6 months ago from his groin. Now a new one had popped up on his penis of all places. We are waiting for the results of the aspiration the vet said just a peek under the microscope didn't look good. My God how can they remove it from a penis?

[@michealcheng2949]

AM SO GRATEFUL TO DR RORPOPOR HERBAL ON KZbin FOR HELPING MR TO CURE MY TUMORS TOTALLY WITH HIS HERBAL MEDICATION GOD BLESS YOU...............

[@Mona1930]

My dog was diagnosed with mast cell tumor on her wrist and the vet said she would not be able to remove it all bc of the size and where it is.

[@philliphall5198]

What if it’s on there tail ???😢

[@MechaPuppy]

THANK YOU

[@DrSueCancerVet]

I’m so happy I could help! 💙💙

[@Madronaxyz]

My 25 lb cocker spaniel has a firm irregular lump beside her left caudle nipple. it's firm and it's become slightly bumpier since I put her on a urine acidifier to prevent UTIs. Aspiration yielded report of little tissue but intensely basophilic round cells. Some clumps had anisocytosis. My veterinarian doesn't know what to make of it.

[@jonapolloapollo5770]

my dog has it on the side of the neck he will have surgery at 9 am oct 13 23 wht do i do after the surgery can you help i,m running out of time he is very active the only good sign it s like 2 inch big its blck long hair belguin shep thnks

[@jerismith8989]

I have a 10 year old possibly Australian Shepard/Shepard 50 pound mix.. Currently seeing a Unoversity oncologist. Getting mixed opinions to amputate or not amputate the leg. Tumor is too large and intwined with muscle and tendons so tumor alone can not be removed. Has spread already to 1 abdominal Lymph node and Lymph node behind her knee. Has had 5 rounds of vinblastine. No difference in leg tumor. Haven't had the second ct scan yet to determine if treatment has improved the Lymph node. Vets switched her to a new chemo drug Imatinib... I have been looking online.. That drug I have found conversations relating to Human Leukemia but no discussions tying Imatinib to Mast Cell..Any insight on this? Also...amputate or not to amputate the rear limb? Also she was given $2000 Blue Buffalo great for the chemo treatment.. Are you aware of any other grants?,Thanks so much. Love watching ❤👍

[@JesusismySavior316]

Thank you for this video. My golden retriever had a high grade mast cell tumor removed from below but close to his eye. As you can imagine it was difficult to insure a clear deep margin. What options do I have for further treatment, I would think they wouldn’t be able to do radiation with it being so close to his eye.

[@ttermedd]

Our dog has tumors, MASSIVE tumors and cancer, todays its her last day 😔😩

[@martharutherford2078]

Hi Dr Sue, my dog who is a black lab was just diagnosed with mast cell tumor on her head, but is not attached to the head itself. Surgery is going to be on Thursday Aug 31. She is around 10 years. I'm scared about this. Is there something you can tell me about this that can help me and my baby. Thank you

[@riosmaribel]

Thank so much for this video.

[@DrSueCancerVet]

You are so welcome. Check out the new ones, they start here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3qbgXqcja9qqNE

[@jenkilgore77]

Thank you!

[@featherpainter6614]

Very informative! Thank u!

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@tatianadossantos6142]

Hi Dr. Sue! My Pitty/Lab mix was diagnosed with Low Grade 2 MCT this summer- lateral margins were great the deep margin was clean by only 1mm so my oncologist recommended another revision surgery which he had. (Negative abdominal ultrasound /negative blood work & negative chest X-ray) We are almost 5 months post op and I check his body every day for new lumps and bumps and so far we have been very lucky! I have read many things about diet.. and was hoping you can give me your opinion on what you think about food for dogs with MCT. I currently give him a mix of merrick chicken dry food with tru dog raw topper for breakfast and Dr. Harveys paradigm for dinner. Any input appreciated, thank you!

[@traceysmallwood7489]

My EnglishStaffy she is 10 just had a tumor removed

[@sammyt1014]

One thing that is confusing. If it’s high grade mast cell 2 so aggressive but the Tumor was only pea size and was removed with good margins. Then where is the cancer that needs chemo? If the cancer originated in that location on the skin. Where does it come back and how does it spread? My dog has grade 2 aggressive, pea size Tumor removed with good margins. Going for further tests of abdomen and lymph. If they are clear can it come back still? And if it isn’t clear how did the cancer get there if margins where good? Thank you

[@rebeccablogs9567]

@Dr.Sue my dog has a huge mass on her face,it is in the middle of her forehead.Her eye is black and she can't see out of it,and now she is starting nose bleeds.she is full of life barking, eating, running it is just that mass is in the way and it is cancerous. What can I give her food wise and care wise. The vets don't want to touch it because they say it's too deep. I don't want to put her down because she really doesn't show signs of pain,she eats and walks her regular walks and runs. What can I do to help her should I let them drain it?

[@krisklopf1901]

What is the survial rate in dogs with Mast Cell tumors? My 8-Year-old golden was just diagnosed with this and surgery is scheduled for next week.

[@gregorymorrison4331]

And in 3 weeks time

[@cynthiamckenzie9986]

What can you tell me about a mast cell tumor located on an eyelid? The vet did a wedge biopsy rather than a needle aspirate

[@carolhinkle3473]

Do you have any ideas about why almost every dog gets cancer?

[@gregorymorrison4331]

What kind cancer can put labador mix go normal to skin bone in 2 weeks in 10 5 year old dog

[@margiegarcia-hall6455]

What about a Mast cell tumor on a dog's nose above the nostril?

[@jabrinsmead]

My Labrador Retriever, who is almost four years old, was just diagnosed with a Mast Cell Tumour on her rear paw. What impact does the age of the dog have on the prognosis? Thank you.

[@2065Dragonslayer]

I need to know how to cut my dogs tumor with the least amount of pain. The tumor is on her foot and she needs this chopped off. I need to this with the least amount of pain.

[@karenpitchford5579]

Thank you for this video, it has really helped me understand. You talk about dirty margins and clean margins but do you have any information/videos for clean margins but only mm rather than cm? Also our 3 year old dog was diagnosed with grade 2 MCT (lower grade) but then the pathologist found 9.87% ki-67. Do you have any information on this because you say these tumours are treatable but our vet has given our beagle A poor prognosis? Thanks again, you explained MCT so well, our vets just talk scientifically which I can’t understand x

[@melaniedyson3244]

How successful is chemo when it comes to shrinking an MTC before surgery? And how many sessions are typically needed?

[@rohnegi]

Dr Sue My dog has a small bump. We are planning to get it evaluated. He is 1.5yrs old. Goldendoodle. please say how is the prognosis... its a tiny..0.5cm bump on his chest.

[@bartk7640]

Great video! Our 7 yo male englishbulldog had surgery on his paw 4 weeks ago to cut out a cancerous growth. The margins were not excised right as our poor boy is now covered in hard little masses all over his body. We counted 67 lumps and there seems to be more popping up as I write this. Some are the size of peas and others are the size of golf balls. Any suggestions on how to keep him comfortable? Gaba? Prednisone? Emtec? Going to see our vet to arrange euthanasia when it gets to difficult for him. This has been one of the hardest things to deal with as I love my dog very much. Thx again for the video. It helped. Cheers

[@DrSueCancerVet]

I am glad the video is helpful but sorry about your dog. Are these all MCT? If so pred could help and I would consider chemo too. Please talk to your vet and a cancer specialist. Sending hugs! xo

[@bartk7640]

Our Vet said their Mast Cell Tumors. hes on pred, lots of benadryl & gaba for pain. he has less than 2 weeks and I'm utterly crushed! For anyone who's dog gets Mast cell tumors its imperative that you give them a large dose of antihistamine to prevent scratching as scratching the itch causes release of more tumor cells, which cause more lumps to grow. Majorly bummed! don't take your best furriends for granted, you can get caught up in this crazy world. love your pets.

[@DrSueCancerVet]

@@bartk7640 The Mast cell tumors release histamine which causes temporary swelling and inflammation - that's why anti-histamines help. Sorry you are going thru all this. xo

[@karengalloway3393]

Hi my dog has low grade mast cancer tumours she's had 5 taken off why does she hv to have chemo I'm confused

[@DrSueCancerVet]

MCT can be challenging and chemo is not recommended in every case. Best to talk to an oncologist directly or your veterinarian. Good luck!

[@nikkadaniella]

Hi Doctor, I’ve seen two separate vets who are concerned about two growths on my 7 year Chihuahua. Their concerns are possible MCT. Both have suggested removal. They have advised the fine needle test on these growth will likely come back as inconclusive because both growths are too small for obtain enough cells to test. Both growths measured < 1 cm. Would you still recommend prior testing or consider they’re so small continue with removal and testing the removed growths then?

[@user-xx7pg3vw9k]

My dog has mammary tumors but her lungs are clear at this point. Not one vet has suggested or agreed to aspiration even though I have specifically asked. They just want to do surgery and I don’t have the thousands of dollars it would cost. Any suggestions?

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Please watch the video on mammary tumors. :) I think I will answer your questions there kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXqtp6uQm8tqbK8

[@geraldinetamaca4750]

Hi Doc, my chihuahua had surgery because of a small cyst, and after biopsy, he was diagnosed with mast cell tumor (intermediate grade). After 6 weeks of surgery, I didn’t notice any bump or cysts in him. What do I do next? Do you recommend chemotherapy for him?

[@eliteboxer1990]

Hi. So my Boxer is 14 yrs old he is all white, and recently diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma behind his paw right above his paw pads. I took him to the vet to get the mass needle aspirated and that’s how the results came back as squamous but my biggest concern is now the tumor is growing and is now an open wound frm the sample being taken frm it. Is there anyway I can try and close or help him with the open wound?

[@featherpainter6614]

I just wondered if any studies have been done in a possible correlation between idiopathic seizures and mast cell tumors? Long shot ..my dog has been cleared of brain Ca with MRI and spinal taps etc...the secretions from mast cell?? I’m always thinking and trying to tie together the dots.

[@jryda]

Thank you for this video. Very informative. My 6yr old pitbul has mct on one of his toes and one by his anal area. Went into surgery today. Hes doing good. Any sugestions to help the healing process??

[@chrissyren]

My dogs tumor is right near her vulva and wide excision all margin was suggested. Because of the area, is this possible?

[@marie-edmeeleroy9433]

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[@Mr.Norm1739]

12 year old pup just had surgery and found out dirty margins but it was a low grade...they are recommending chemo over radiation due to her age. Does this sound like the best option?

[@animalcommunicationandheal7633]

Dr. Sue, how would you remove a 3cm MCT from a Schnauzers ear? (on inside mid-ear flap)

[@aryansfitnessjourney3028]

Hi, for stomach cancer in dogs, does the treatment consist of both a surgery followed by a chemotherapy?

[@ams_1046]

My dog has surgery scheduled next month for mass cell tumor removal. Is it worth getting if I can't afford chemotherapy? The vet says there's a 50% of it being cancer,if it is cancer, surgery could cause it to spread faster. Shoud I cancel the operation? I really don't know.

[@kell39]

Should core vaccines be given to dogs with a history of mast cell tumors? My 10-year-old dog is due for the 3-year rabies vaccine (she's 5-months cancer-free). Integrative vet says do not give it to her EVER again. Primary care vet/oncologist says give the vaccine; titers aren't effective for rabies. (We're in Massachusetts.)

[@DrSueCancerVet]

I take it case but case but I do recommend in general vaccinating for thing like Rabies especially when there is a risk in your area. So that often means having a conversation with you vet and and oncologist - which it sounds like you are :) I live and practice in an area where Rabies is in the wild life and there is risk so I would recommend vaccinating for that. I may delay during chemo depending on the cancer and protocol. Hope that helps!

[@kell39]

@@DrSueCancerVet, thank you -- that helps! Sometimes it's difficult to make decisions when there's so much conflicting information. Appreciate your knowledge and your outreach. 🙏🏼

[@l.p.9568]

@@DrSueCancerVet This is a super interesting topic. My dog got core vaccines (excluding rabies) the end of October and within a couple weeks, a 2 cm MCT appeared. (No previous history.) I had the thought that maybe the vaccines triggered it but dismissed it. From the research, I know we don't know what causes these but it sounds like you have some reservations where it's not critical to do the vaccines?

[@annavaernes8479]

Hi Sue, thank you for this video. My pug has a 2cm mast cell tumour on this leg, but the vet can't operate for another 2 weeks! Is this going to be a problem or risk? I'm so worried.

[@stephanielouiseriveracruz5281]

Hi Dr sue can i ask your advice im a dog owner of a pom

[@johnzito1609]

What does it mean when a lump in my dogs hip decreases in size by 75 percent ? ...the grows back again in just days .....the again in just days gets small again.

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Could be degranulating due to histamine release. Hard to know through this :) Please talk/see your veterinarian but I hope you found the vlog helpful

[@jeremycurtsinger9659]

I would love to contact you about my little sugar. Her back where her tail connects is more pooffy on one side.

[@jordangilbreth1107]

Have you used CCNU? That is a lower cost option for us and want to know what the negatives and positives of it vs the other drugs

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Yes I mention that in the video as one on the main chemo drugs I use, but refer to it as its other name Lomustine. In addition to the standard chemo side effects (GI, low white blood cells, and hair issues in some breeds) it can cause live toxicity and platelet side effects. Please discuss the pros and cons for your dog's MCT with your oncologist/vet. It can be a good option but it depends on the case and I often use a protocol with vinblastine and prednsione too. Here is a good video on chemo side effects. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2PQpWWlesyMjtU . Also the home safety one is helpful if you decide to give chemo. Thanks for watching!

[@jerismith8989]

FHG look into the Blue Buffalo Grant it helped my dog for $2000

[@jonnyboy513]

My dog Thor, (9 year old American Bulldog) was just diagnosed with a mast cell tumor on his abdomen. My vet is recommending a surgeon because of the location (it’s a few inches in front of his penis). However, the last few days I’m beginning to feel another lump develop quickly on his right rib cage. In your 1st video you say that most dogs will develop another tumor fairly quickly. I am very concerned about this and I’m a bit worried as I obviously want my dog to be happy and healthy but I don’t have pet insurance and will paying out of pocket. About what is the cost of the removal procedure as I will have to work this cost into my budget? Thank you for your informative videos!

[@DrSueCancerVet]

HI. To clarify I said 10-20% of dogs with develop a 2nd MCT at SOME point. It could be weeks but it could be years or never. :) It should be aspirated to confirm what it is before surgery. I cannot give estimates for removal as it depends on many things including where it is on your dog, where you live (cost of living), how big a surgery it is. Please discuss directly with your vet or a cancer specialist. I am happy my videos are providing some helpful info but you definitely need to get more from someone in person. MCT are treatable!! xo Good luck! #kickcancersbutt

[@anitamarrero1037]

Thanks

[@DrSueCancerVet]

Welcome 😊