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Small lumps and bumps on your dog can be cancerous, which is why early detection of cancer is key. Credit: Braastad family photo My dog has a lump or bump on its skin! Many clients come in with this ...

Between going on walks, running to the door, and jumping on the couch, many dogs spend most of their day on their feet. But when a dog’s routine suddenly slows down, owners might not realize that the ...

While petting, a small lump under the skin is noticed. The area might be slightly red, feel soft or doughy, or resemble a ...

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.

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2022. Q: I recently adopted Missy, my mother’s middle-aged, mixed-breed dog.

"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 ...

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.