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I really thank you all for any help or information I can get. The tumor was located on his left front leg (where our calf would be). He had no symptoms & was running around like normal. But I noticed a small pinkish-red bump. I brought him to the vet & she thought it may have been a small bug bite. A week later when it didnt go away, I had her cut it off & send it out for evaluation. So, I dont think it was there very long. I notice every little thing on my Pugs. I read up on MCT's today & apparently they are common in older Pugs. My Pug just turned 9. In fact, I just had a birthday party for him Friday night. My friends brought their dogs over to celebrate too. Looking back Im so happy I had a doggy birthday bash (even though everybody made fun of me).
Im still waiting on the Vet to call me. I spoke to the Vet Assistant, who read the results. She said it was a "reactive lymph node". He just had his teeth cleaned & a couple extracted. Im thinking this is what caused the stress to his little body. Pugs are sooo bad under anesthesia. Anyway, thank you all for your well wishes, it helped.
I spoke to Elvis vet yesterday. He did have a Canine "mast cell tumor", but at this time there is no sign of more cancer is his body.Luckily the tumor was removed completely. I have been researching it & apparently this type of cancer is unpredictable & can return at any time. Im thinking about adding "Flax Oil" & Cottage Cheese to his diet. I read on several websites that this combination is full of antioxidants.
Someone I know has a Pug and it has a grade 2 and is having chemo,with excellent results.It has not been sick at all.
Happy to read good things about your Pug.
They are great little dogs.
What does a Mast Cell Tumor Look Like?
Mast cell tumors can vary in appearance. Most often there will be a mass or growth present on or under the skin. The area surrounding the mass may be swollen and it is possible to see rapid changes in the size of the mass.
Dogs affected with mast cell tumors may have only one tumor or may have several tumors present.
Mast cell tumors can also be itchy and uncomfortable for the affected dog.
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Great news!!!
